ReGen III Invited to Prepare Part II Application for U.S. Department of Energy Loan Guarantee

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ReGen III has advanced in its application for a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) loan guarantee to fund its RG3 Texas Project.

The project, eligible as an Innovative Energy Project, aims to produce Group III base oils using its patented ReGen™ process. This DOE loan could cover up to 70% of the project's engineering and construction costs.

ReGen III's successful Part I application gathered data from consultants and financial advisors, and it met the DOE's stringent requirements. The proposed Texas facility is expected to produce 3,000 barrels per day of Group III base oils and reduce North American imports by 11%.

The project is also projected to cut CO2 emissions significantly, equivalent to 900,000 tonnes of CO2e annually.

However, the DOE's eligibility determination does not guarantee loan approval, which will depend on further review.

Positive

• DOE eligibility for loan guarantee marks a milestone.
• Potential non-dilutive financing for up to 70% of project costs.
• Projected 3,000 barrels per day of Group III base oils production.
• Expected to be the world's largest sustainable Group III production facility.
• Estimated 11% reduction in North American Group III base oil imports.
• Anticipated 82% lower CO2e emissions compared to virgin crude-derived base oils.

Negative

• DOE eligibility does not guarantee loan approval.
• The success of the project is dependent on DOE's further review and due diligence.

Company achieves milestone toward securing DOE-guaranteed loan to advance production of sustainable Group III base oils through patented ReGen(TM) process

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 19, 2024) - ReGen III Corp. (TSXV: GIII) (OTCQB: ISRJF) (FSE: PN4) ("ReGen III" or the "Company"), a leading clean technology company commercializing the patented ReGen™ process to upcycle used motor oil ("UMO") into high-value Group III base oils, today announces that the Loan Programs Office ("LPO") of the Department of Energy ("DOE") has informed the Company that its 5,600 barrel per day RG3 Texas LLC Project meets the definition of an eligible Innovative Energy Project, marking a milestone in the application process. This determination by the LPO enables ReGen III to commence its Part II Application for a loan guarantee (the "Part II Application") under Title 17 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The DOE-guaranteed loan, if awarded, would provide non-dilutive financing for up to 70% of eligible project costs associated with the engineering and construction of the Company's proposed UMO re-refinery in Texas City, TX.

ReGen III's Part I application submission to LPO followed a detailed pre-application consultation process with the DOE. The submission of the Company's application was the culmination of many months of work during which time the Company's technology and business plans were vetted by the DOE for Title 17 eligibility. ReGen III's Part I application pulled together project data from the Company's personnel and consultants, greenhouse gas emissions inventory and lifecycle analysis work by GHD Services Inc., financial model and data support by National Bank Financial Inc., application advisory services provided by Raymond James & Associates Inc., and legal inputs and considerations from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld.

"We are extremely proud to have met the rigorous requirements of the LPO's Part I Application," says Greg Clarkes, CEO of ReGen III Corp. "As we pursue both equity and non-dilutive project financing, this achievement demonstrates to investors, offtake parties, and other stakeholders that our project meets the innovative and sustainable standards set forth by the Title 17 Clean Energy Financing Program. The LPO's determination also highlights the project's social benefits, where we expect to contribute to the local economy, strengthen U.S. domestic supply chains, and improve environmental outcomes." Clarkes continued, "On behalf of the entire team at ReGen III, I would like to thank the LPO for its guidance and the opportunity to advance our Part II Application."

The Company's wholly owned RG3 Texas re-refinery is expected to be the first commercial installation of the Company's proprietary ReGen™ process, yielding approximately 3,000 barrels per day of high-value, low-carbon Group III base oils, in addition to other sustainable co-products. On completion, the facility is expected to be the world's largest sustainable Group III production facility. North America is structurally short Group III base oils, and the Company estimates that the RG3 Texas re-refinery can reduce North American Group III base oil imports by up to 11%. According to GHD Services Inc., the Texas Project is also expected to generate 82% lower CO₂e emissions as compared to virgin crude-derived base oils combusted at end of life, equivalent to over 900,000 tonnes of CO₂e emissions per year.

Additional information about the Title 17 Clean Energy Financing Program can be found at https://www.energy.gov/lpo/title-17-clean-energy-financing.

The DOE's determination of project eligibility is not an assurance that DOE will proceed with the due diligence and term sheet negotiation process, that DOE will offer a term sheet to an applicant, that DOE will issue a loan guarantee, or that the terms and conditions of a loan guarantee will be consistent with terms proposed by an applicant. The foregoing matters are wholly dependent on the results of DOE review and evaluation of a Part II Application, and DOE's determination whether to proceed.

About ReGen III

ReGen III is a cleantech company commercializing its patented ReGen™ technology to upcycle UMO into high-value Group III base oils. With a focus on creating sustainable solutions that generate better environmental outcomes and compelling economics, the Company's ReGen™ process is expected to reduce CO₂e emissions by 82% as compared to virgin crude derived base oils combusted at end of life.

In 2022, ReGen III completed FEL2 and value engineering for the Company's 5,600 bpd UMO Texas recycling facility, with the support of world-class engineering, construction and licensed vendor teams - including Koch Project Solutions, LLC, PCL Industrial Management Ltd., Sacre Davey, Studi Tecnologie Progetti S.p.A., Koch Modular Process Systems and Duke Technologies.

Operating in an underserved segment of the base oil market, ReGen III aims to become the world's largest producer of sustainable Group III base oil.

For more information on ReGen III or to subscribe to the Company's mailing list, please visit: www.regeniii.com/investors/corporate-presentations and www.regeniii.com/newsletter-subscription.

For further information, please contact:

Investor & Media inquiries:
Jamie Frawley
Email: investors@regeniii.com

Corporate Inquiries:
Kimberly Hedlin
Vice President, Corporate Finance
Tel: (403) 921-9012
Email: info@regeniii.com

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Certain information other than statements of historical facts contained in this news release constitutes "forward-looking information" or "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking information"). Without limiting the foregoing, such forward-looking information includes statements regarding the Company's business plans, expectations, capital costs and objectives. In this news release, words such as "may", "would", "could", "will", "likely", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "intend", "plan", "estimate" and similar words and the negative form thereof are used to identify forward-looking information. Forward-looking information should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether, or the times at or by which, such future performance will be achieved. Forward-looking information is based on information available at the time and/or the Company management's good faith belief with respect to future events and is subject to known or unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other unpredictable factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control. For additional information with respect to these and other factors and assumptions underlying the forward-looking information made in this news release, see the Company's most recent Management's Discussion and Analysis and financial statements and other documents filed by the Company with the Canadian securities commissions and the discussion of risk factors set out therein. Such documents are available at www.sedarplus.ca under the Company's profile and on the Company's website, www.ReGenIII.com. The forward-looking information set forth herein reflects the Company's expectations as at the date of this news release and is subject to change after such date. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law.

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FAQ

What milestone did ReGen III achieve with the DOE?

ReGen III's RG3 Texas Project was deemed eligible as an Innovative Energy Project by the DOE, allowing it to proceed with the Part II Application for a loan guarantee.

How much of the project costs could the DOE loan guarantee cover?

The DOE loan guarantee, if awarded, could cover up to 70% of eligible project costs for ReGen III's RG3 Texas Project.

What is the projected output of the RG3 Texas Project?

The RG3 Texas Project is expected to produce 3,000 barrels per day of Group III base oils.

How will the RG3 Texas re-refinery impact CO2 emissions?

The project is expected to generate 82% lower CO2e emissions compared to virgin crude-derived base oils, equivalent to reducing over 900,000 tonnes of CO2e annually.

What is the significance of the RG3 Texas re-refinery for North America?

The RG3 Texas re-refinery is expected to be the world's largest sustainable Group III production facility and reduce North American Group III base oil imports by up to 11%.