U.S. Well Services and Nine Energy Service Provide Update on Recent All-Electric Completion Project for Northeast Natural Energy

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On November 1, 2021, U.S. Well Services (USWS) and Nine Energy Service (NINE) announced the success of an all-electric field trial for Northeast Natural Energy (NNE). This project utilized USWS' patented Clean Fleet® technology, achieving a record of 589 total stages completed on nine wells. Emissions were drastically reduced, with CO₂-equivalent, NO₂, and particulate matter emissions down by 25%, 86%, and 94%, respectively. The trial showcases advancements in efficiency and environmental sustainability in hydraulic fracturing.

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• Successful completion of all-electric field trial, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Achieved an industry-leading low emission footprint.
• Reduced emissions significantly: CO₂-equivalent by 25%, NO₂ by 86%, and particulate matter by 94%.
• Set new company records for hours, stages, and total materials pumped.

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HOUSTON, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Well Services (NASDAQ: USWS) ("USWS") and Nine Energy Service, Inc. (NYSE: NINE) ("NINE") today announced the successful completion of an all-electric field trial for Northeast Natural Energy ("NNE").  NNE leveraged USWS' patented Clean Fleet® fracturing technology to stimulate 589 total stages on nine wells across two pads, delivering an industry-leading low emission footprint as well as best-in-class completion efficiency.

Throughout the course of the project, NNE's company records for most hours, stages and total sand and water pumped in a 24 hour period were eclipsed.  Additionally, USWS estimates that by using Clean Fleet® technology instead of conventional diesel fracturing equipment, NNE reduced its CO₂-equivalent, NO₂ and particulate matter emissions by 25%, 86% and 94%, respectively, and displaced approximately 1.5 million gallons of diesel fuel.

"We are very pleased with the results from our partnerships with U.S. Well Services and Nine Energy utilizing an all-electric fleet and electric wireline unit for the first time," said Criss VanGilder, Drilling and Completions Manager of Northeast Natural Energy.  "We completed the longest laterals in our company's history on one of these locations, and the increased efficiency and reduction in emissions we experienced is something we are very proud of.  We strive to be a leader in our industry in finding the most efficient and cleanest methods to complete our wells, and we are looking for more opportunities to utilize this technology," VanGilder added.

"We are extremely proud of what we were able to accomplish with NNE and Nine over the course of the project," said Joel Broussard, USWS' President and CEO.  "NNE is among the earliest adopters of advanced completions technology, and we look forward to building off of our recent success together and partnering with them again to deliver the lowest-emission, most efficient well completions in the industry."

"We were extremely excited to be part of what was a successful completion of an all-electric pad with NNE and USWS," said Ann Fox, President and CEO of Nine.  "Our wireline operations exclusively utilized turbine power and had no diesel usage for 46 days while completing 356 stages for NNE.  At Nine, we continue to be focused on fielding technology that can both reduce GHG emissions, while maintaining or increasing efficiencies for our customers."

About U.S. Well Services, Inc.
U.S. Well Services, Inc. is a leading provider of hydraulic fracturing services and a market leader in electric fracture stimulation. The Company's patented electric frac technology provides one of the first fully electric, mobile well stimulation systems powered by locally-supplied natural gas, including field gas sourced directly from the wellhead. The Company's electric frac technology dramatically decreases emissions, sound pollution and truck traffic while generating exceptional operational efficiencies, including significant customer fuel cost savings versus conventional diesel fleets. For more information visit: www.uswellservices.com. Information on our website is not part of this release.

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Contacts:

U.S. Well Services
Josh Shapiro
Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations
IR@uswellservices.com

Dennard Lascar Investor Relations
Lisa Elliott
(713) 529.6600
USWS@dennardlascar.com 

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FAQ

What was announced by U.S. Well Services and Nine Energy Service on November 1, 2021?

They announced the successful completion of an all-electric field trial for Northeast Natural Energy.

How did the all-electric field trial impact emissions?

The trial resulted in a 25% reduction in CO₂-equivalent emissions, 86% in NO₂, and 94% in particulate matter.

What technology was utilized during the field trial by U.S. Well Services?

The patented Clean Fleet® fracturing technology was used to stimulate the wells.

How many stages were completed during the electric field trial?

589 total stages were completed across nine wells during the trial.

What is the significance of the all-electric field trial for U.S. Well Services and Nine Energy Service?

It demonstrates advancements in efficiency and sustainability in hydraulic fracturing.