TORONTO, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHAR Technologies Ltd. (“CHAR Tech” or the “Company”) (TSXV:YES), a leader in sustainable energy solutions, is proud to celebrate a historic achievement by its First Nation partners, Lake Nipigon Forest Management Inc. (“LNFMI”), which have secured a Forest Resource Processing Facility Licence (“Facility Licence”). This Facility Licence allows for the operation of LNFMI’s BioHub forestry processing facility near Hurkett, Ontario, which will be the primary feedstoc ...

Company Overview - Gevo, Inc. is a diversified energy company focused on producing renewable products, including synthetic aviation fuel, motor fuels, and chemicals, aimed at enhancing energy security and supporting rural economic growth [4] - The company operates one of the largest dairy-based renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities in the U.S. and has an ethanol plant with a carbon capture and sequestration facility [4] Recent Financial Developments - Barclays Capital Inc. has purchased $40 million of newly issued non-recourse tax-exempt private activity bonds for Gevo's subsidiary, Gevo NW Iowa RNG, LLC, which will refinance $40 million of previously issued bonds [1] - This refinancing allows Gevo to release $40 million of restricted cash and improve its balance sheet liquidity by approximately $30 million after transaction costs [1][2] Renewable Natural Gas Operations - Gevo RNG generates RNG by collecting manure from dairy farms and using anaerobic digesters to produce biogas, which is refined for use as a sustainable transportation fuel [3] - The company has received CARB certification for a carbon intensity score of negative 339 gCO2e/MJ, which will be used for California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard credits, potentially yielding over 175,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions reductions annually [3] Future Plans - Gevo plans to release additional restricted cash later in the year by refinancing the remaining balance of the previous bonds through another series of 2025 Bonds [2] - The company is exploring opportunities for scaling and margin expansion in its RNG business and aims to leverage synergies with its other business lines [3]

Core Viewpoint - Gevo, Inc. has appointed Oluwagbemileke (Leke) Agiri as Chief Financial Officer, effective May 21, 2025, succeeding L. Lynn Smull, who will take on a new role as Executive Vice President and Senior Advisor to the CEO [1][2][3] Group 1: Leadership Transition - Leke Agiri has extensive experience in corporate finance and capital markets, having served in key leadership roles at Gevo since August 2022, most recently as Executive Vice President, Finance [2] - Lynn Smull expressed confidence in Agiri's capabilities and emphasized the importance of a smooth transition as he approaches retirement [3] - Patrick Gruber, CEO of Gevo, highlighted Agiri's integral role in the finance team and the company's commitment to long-term succession planning [4] Group 2: Company Overview - Gevo is a diversified energy company focused on producing cost-effective, renewable fuels that enhance energy security and support rural economic growth [5] - The company operates one of the largest dairy-based renewable natural gas facilities in the U.S. and an ethanol plant with carbon capture and sequestration capabilities [5] - Gevo is also known for its innovative technology in producing synthetic aviation fuel and specialty alcohol-to-jet fuels, contributing to the U.S.'s leadership in energy innovation [5]

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. TORONTO, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHAR Technologies Ltd. ("CHAR Tech" or "the Company") (TSXV:YES) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its previously announced C$2,000,000 non-brokered private placement (the "Offering") with The BMI Group, as outlined in the May 2, 2025, strategic partnership announcement. CHAR Tech and The BMI Group are working expeditiously to finalize the definitive ...