ME2C Environmental Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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ME2C Environmental (MEEC) reported its Q1 2024 financial results, showcasing a strong start to the year. Revenues increased by 18% to $3.6 million, driven by higher product sales, with gross profit rising by 42% to $1.4 million. Gross margin improved to 41%. The company's total liabilities dropped significantly by 69%, from $28.3 million to $8.8 million. Key debt repayments included a $9 million principal payment and a $0.3 million secured note repayment. The company's cash on hand stands at $11.2 million, with a working capital of $8.2 million. ME2C was awarded a $57 million patent infringement verdict, which could positively impact future financials. The company is also progressing into the potable water treatment market, anticipating significant growth from 2025 onward.

Positive

• Revenues increased by 18% to $3.6 million in Q1 2024.
• Gross profit rose by 42% to $1.4 million.
• Gross margin improved to 41%.
• Total liabilities decreased by 69% from $28.3 million to $8.8 million.
• Company made substantial debt repayments including $9 million principal and $0.3 million secured note repayment.
• Cash on hand at $11.2 million.
• Working capital at $8.2 million.
• Awarded $57 million patent infringement verdict.

Negative

• High amounts owing pursuant to non-recourse profit share at $7.9 million, despite reduction from $17.6 million.
• Ongoing development costs for entry into the potable water market, with significant growth not expected until 2025.

Strong Financial Start to 2024 with Significant Debt Repayment & Restructure, Increased Revenues, Progress in New Technologies for Potable Water Treatment

Corsicana, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - May 16, 2024) - Midwest Energy Emissions Corp. (TSXV: MEEC) (OTCQB: MEEC) ("ME₂C Environmental " or the "Company"), a leading environmental technologies firm, has reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. As previously announced, the Company will host a conference call later today, Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

The Company reports the following highlights for the period ending on March 31, 2024:

• Revenues increased 18% to $3.6 million in Q1 2024 from $3.0 million in Q1 2023 due to higher product sales

• Gross profit increased 42% to $1.4 million in Q1 2024 from $1.0 million in Q1 2023

• Gross margin increased to 41% in Q1 2024 from 34% in Q1 2023

• Total liabilities decreased by $19.5 million or 69% from $28.3 million at December 31, 2023 to $8.8 million at March 31, 2024

• Cash on hand of $11.2 million

• Working capital of $8.2 million

• 2.5 to 1 ratio of current assets to current liabilities

• Company paid $9.0 million principal payment against unsecured note and repaid in full secured note of $0.3 million with its principal lender

• Amounts owing pursuant to non-recourse profit share with principal lender restructured and reduced to $7.9 million from $17.6 million

• Company was awarded a $57 million patent infringement jury verdict against a group of remaining defendants in the Company's patent infringement lawsuit commenced in 2019 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware

Additional information can be found in the Company's Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2024.

Richard MacPherson, CEO of ME₂C Environmental, stated "We are delighted with our achievements in the first quarter of 2024. Our market position is strong in our core business focused on mercury emissions capture, and we are excited about our entry into the potable water market. While under development, it is set to ensure significant growth starting in 2025. We expect shareholder value to continue to grow through this year and into 2025, and we look forward to updating the market with certain milestones and progress as appropriate," concluded MacPherson.

Conference Call/Webcast Information
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About ME2C® Environmental

Midwest Energy Emissions Corp. (TSXV: MEEC) (OTCQB: MEEC), operating under the trade name of ME₂C Environmental, is a prominent environmental technologies company focused on providing innovative technologies to promote cleaner air and water with smart business solutions. From patented and proprietary mercury emissions capture technologies for the global power industry, this unique expertise extends to WE₂C Environmental, a division of ME₂C Environmental focused on PFAS removal from potable water. ME₂C's advanced mercury emissions services are proven to reduce emissions more effectively and cost-efficiently than alternative methods, enhancing plant efficiency and output while preserving the marketability of byproducts for beneficial use. Through WE₂C Environmental, new innovative water purification technologies are expected to meet the growing demand for sustainable water solutions worldwide. Learn more at www.me2cenvironmental.com and www.we2cenvironmental.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

With the exception of historical information contained in this press release, content herein may contain "forward-looking statements" that are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor Provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 or forward-looking information under applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"). Forward-looking statements are generally identified by using words such as "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "expect," "intend," "will," and similar expressions, but these words are not the exclusive means of identifying forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made. Matters that may cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include, among other factors, the loss of major customers; dependence on availability and retention of key suppliers; changes, or lack of changes, in environmental regulations; risks related to advancements in technologies; lack of diversification in the Company's business; risks related to intellectual property, including the ability to protect intellectual property and the success with any patent litigation; competition risks; changes in demand for coal as a fuel source for electricity production; ability to retain key personnel; absence of a liquid public market for our common stock; share price volatility; and, the potential that dividends may never be declared. In addition, this release contains time-sensitive information that reflects management's best analysis only as of the date of this release. ME₂C Environmental does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect future events, information or circumstances that arise after the date of this release. Further information concerning issues that could materially affect financial performance or other forward-looking statements contained in this release can be found in ME₂C Environmental's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission or Canadian securities regulators.

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ME₂C Environmental Contact:
Stacey Hyatt
Corporate Communications
ME₂C Environmental
Main: 614-505-6115 x-1001
Direct: 404-226-4217
shyatt@me2cenvironmental.com

Investor Relations Contact:
Jessica Butt
IR Representative
Adelaide Capital
Direct: 416-844-6202
jessica@adcap.ca

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FAQ

What were MEEC's Q1 2024 revenues?

MEEC reported Q1 2024 revenues of $3.6 million, an 18% increase from Q1 2023.

What was MEEC's gross profit in Q1 2024?

MEEC's gross profit for Q1 2024 was $1.4 million, up 42% from Q1 2023.

How much did MEEC's gross margin improve in Q1 2024?

MEEC's gross margin improved to 41% in Q1 2024 from 34% in Q1 2023.

By how much did MEEC reduce its total liabilities in Q1 2024?

MEEC reduced its total liabilities by 69%, from $28.3 million to $8.8 million in Q1 2024.

What is MEEC's cash on hand as of Q1 2024?

MEEC has $11.2 million in cash on hand as of Q1 2024.

What is MEEC's working capital for Q1 2024?

MEEC's working capital for Q1 2024 is $8.2 million.

How much was awarded to MEEC in the patent infringement lawsuit?

MEEC was awarded a $57 million verdict in the patent infringement lawsuit.

What significant repayments did MEEC make in Q1 2024?

MEEC made a $9 million principal payment and repaid a $0.3 million secured note in Q1 2024.

When is MEEC expecting significant growth in the potable water market?

MEEC anticipates significant growth in the potable water market starting in 2025.