DevvStream Enters REC Market in Asia with Medellin Solar Power Facility Partnership

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DevvStream (NASDAQ: DEVS) has entered into an agreement to acquire ownership of renewable and carbon assets from Sogod Energy's Medellin Solar Power facility in the Philippines. The facility, approved by the Medellin municipality, will have a 730 MWp capacity and produce over 1.2 million I-RECs annually. The project will be developed in three phases, with phase one completion expected within 6 months.

The facility's total annual energy production capacity is estimated at 1,219,615 MWh. This marks DevvStream's entry into the I-REC market, expanding its presence in global energy transition markets. The I-REC market has shown significant growth, with 283 million certificates issued in 2023, representing a 42% increase from 2022.

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• Entry into the growing I-REC market with potential for significant revenue generation
• Secured ownership of renewable assets capable of producing 1.2 million I-RECs annually
• First phase completion expected within 6 months, enabling quick revenue generation
• Strategic expansion into Asian market, which represents 70% of global solar capacity

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• None.

Insights

Energy Market Analyst

This partnership marks a significant strategic expansion into Asia's booming I-REC market. The 730 MWp facility with potential for 1.2 million I-RECs annually positions DevvStream advantageously in a rapidly growing market. The I-REC market's impressive growth metrics - 179% increase in 2022 and 42% growth in 2023 - signal strong momentum. The Philippines location is particularly strategic, as insufficient renewable energy supply to meet RE100 commitments creates premium pricing opportunities. The phased development approach, with initial production expected within 7 months, provides a clear path to near-term revenue generation. The partnership with Sogod Energy opens doors to additional projects in Bohol and Batangas, suggesting strong growth potential in the ASEAN region where demand and prices remain robust.

Environmental Markets Specialist

The diversification into I-RECs represents a strategic pivot beyond traditional carbon credits. With over 400 RE100 companies committed to 100% renewable electricity, demand fundamentals are strong, particularly in markets like the Philippines where renewable supply is constrained. The 1,219,615 MWh annual production capacity provides significant scale in a market that saw 283 million certificates issued in 2023. For a company with a market cap of $21 million, this represents a substantial opportunity to capture market share in Asia's environmental markets, which account for 70% of global solar capacity. The structured three-phase implementation reduces execution risk while maintaining clear visibility on asset generation timelines.

Philippines-based Sogod Energy has been approved by the municipality of Medellin to build a state-of-the-art solar power generation facility capable of producing more than 730 MWp annually, equating to over 1.2 million I-RECs per year

Sacramento, California--(Newsfile Corp. - November 29, 2024) - DevvStream Corp. (NASDAQ: DEVS) ("DevvStream" or the "Company"), a leading carbon credit project co-development and generation firm specializing in technology-based solutions, today announced an agreement (the "Agreement") transferring the ownership of all renewable and carbon assets generated by the Sogod Energy Inc. Medellin Solar Power facility (the "Facility") to DevvStream in the form of international renewable energy certificates ("I-RECs"). The 730-megawatt-peak ("MWp") Facility has been approved by the municipality of Medellin, Cebu as part of its "Medellin 2030" smart city master development plan and will be developed and implemented in three phases by Sogod Energy ("Sogod"), a renewable energy company based in the Philippines. Once completed, the total annual energy production capacity of the Facility will be an estimated 1,219,615 megawatt-hours ("MWh"), allowing the generation of over 1.2 million I-RECs per year. Entry into the I-REC market expands the Company into global energy transition markets and represents a new advancement in the Project Development category of DevvStream's three-tiered corporate strategy. The first phase of the Facility's development is anticipated to be complete within 6 months, with the first I-RECs being produced approximately a month thereafter.

I-RECs are tradable instruments that certify electricity was generated from renewable energy sources. Each I-REC represents 1 MWh of renewable electricity generated and injected into the grid. Organizations can purchase I-RECs to meet their renewable energy goals, support clean energy development, and report sustainability metrics, even if they cannot source renewable energy directly. The I-REC Standard is a globally recognized system that ensures the tracking and credibility of these certificates, helping organizations align with international frameworks like the Greenhouse Gas Protocol for Scope 2 emissions accounting.

According to the International Tracking Standard Foundation, the I-REC market has experienced significant growth in recent years, reflecting a global shift towards renewable energy adoption and sustainability commitments.

• Issuance and Redemption Volumes: In 2022, the I-REC Standard issued approximately 199 million certificates, marking a 179% increase from the previous year. This upward trajectory continued into 2023, with 283 million certificates issued, representing a 42% growth compared to 2022. Redemptions also saw substantial growth, increasing by 81% to 176 million certificates in 2023.

• First Half of 2024: The momentum persisted into 2024, with 188 million certificates issued in the first half of the year, a 17% increase over the same period in 2023. Redemptions during this period grew by 58%, totaling 162 million certificates.

• Strong Demand: Members of the Climate Group RE100-a global initiative that includes more than 400 influential corporations-have committed to using 100% renewable electricity throughout their operations. If 100% renewable electricity proves to be unfeasible, these companies have committed to leveraging financial instruments such as I-RECs. In certain regions, such as the Philippines, there is insufficient renewable energy to meet the RE100 commitment, resulting in stronger demand and consistently higher price points.

"While our roots are in carbon, DevvStream maintains a diverse asset portfolio, representing a range of environmental and energy transition assets," said Sunny Trinh, CEO of DevvStream. "I-RECs present a new opportunity for diversification and growth, particularly in the Asian segment, which accounts for approximately 70% of the world's total installed solar capacity. To penetrate this market, we are starting with ASEAN member states, where demand is strong and prices are correspondingly higher. The rise of the I-REC market in Asia overall has been significant in recent years, offering DevvStream a strong path toward revenue while broadening the Company's environmental impact and global reach. I'd like to extend my appreciation to Scott Harrington and his team at DevvStream Asia, which was instrumental in securing this contract as well as building our overall project pipeline for the Asian renewable energy market based on years of onsite work. We're proud to partner with Sogod on this critical solar infrastructure project and look forward to additional collaboration on future projects in Bohol, Batangas, and beyond."

"Sogod Energy Inc. aims to be the industry leader in grid-connected solar power plant development," said Juan Carlo Casem, President and CEO of Sogod. "To help monetize our latest projects, we needed a partner who was not only an expert in the generation of high-quality environmental assets, but also an industry leader that operates with transparency, integrity, and a strong vision to improve the world. DevvStream was the obvious choice. We look forward to a long and fruitful partnership as we continue developing the renewable energy infrastructure that the Philippines needs in order to preserve its natural beauty and heritage."

About DevvStream

Founded in 2021, DevvStream is a leading authority in the use of technology in carbon project development. The Company's mission is to create alignment between sustainability and profitability, helping organizations achieve their climate initiatives while directly improving their financial health.

With a diverse approach to the carbon market, DevvStream operates across three strategic domains: (1) an offset portfolio consisting of nature-based, tech-based, and carbon sequestration credits for immediate sale to corporations and governments seeking to offset their most difficult-to-reduce emissions; (2) project investment, acquisitions, and industry consolidation to extend the company's reach, allowing it to become a full end-to-end solutions provider; and (3) project development, where the company serves as project manager for eligible activities such as EV charging in exchange for a percentage of generated credits.

For more information, please visit www.devvstream.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this news release may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and generally relate to future events, trends or DevvStream's future financial or other performance metrics. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may", "should", "expect", "intend", "will", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "predict", "potential" or "continue", or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. These forward-looking statements include statements regarding DevvStream's intentions, beliefs, projections, outlook, analyses and current expectations concerning, among other things, DevvStream's ability to continue as a going concern and to realize the benefits of its recently completed business combination, DevvStream's ability to remain listed on Nasdaq, the volatility of the market price and the liquidity of DevvStream's common shares, the impact from future regulatory, judicial, legislative or regulatory changes in DevvStream's industry, the trends in the carbon credit markets, future performance and anticipated financial impacts of certain transactions by DevvStream or others, the growth and value of the global carbon credit market traded value, the potential of carbon credits to provide carbon emission reductions and reduce carbon emissions to limit global warming, estimated C02 capture, sequestration, decarbonization or storage capacities or potentials of different projects in which DevvStream is investing, or DevvStream's opportunity pipeline and the ability of such opportunities to generated carbon or tax credits each year, or the market growth and value of international renewable energy certificates, are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by DevvStream and its management are inherently uncertain and subject to material change. Given these risks, uncertainties, and other factors, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all risks and uncertainties.

These forward-looking statements are expressed in good faith, and DevvStream believes there is a reasonable basis for them. However, there can be no assurance that the events, results or trends identified in these forward-looking statements will occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and DevvStream is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation, to update, alter or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers should carefully review the statements set forth in filings made by, or to be made by, DevvStream from time to time with the SEC and with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities. This news release is not an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities of DevvStream and this news release is not intended to be all-inclusive or to contain all the information that a person may desire in considering an investment in DevvStream. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning DevvStream or any person acting on their behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above.

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FAQ

What is the annual production capacity of DevvStream's (DEVS) new Medellin solar facility?

The Medellin solar facility will have a capacity of 730 MWp, capable of producing an estimated 1,219,615 MWh annually, generating over 1.2 million I-RECs per year.

When will DevvStream (DEVS) begin producing I-RECs from the Medellin facility?

The first phase of the facility's development is expected to be complete within 6 months, with the first I-RECs being produced approximately one month thereafter.

How many phases does DevvStream's (DEVS) Medellin solar project have?

The Medellin solar power facility will be developed and implemented in three phases by Sogod Energy.