Cardiff, CA. December 2, 2024 — Algenesis Corporation has earned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Certified Biobased Product Label for its biodegradable Soleic® TPU and polyol products: 1295A, 1270A, 1260D, and
LV-02.

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Certified biocontent levels for the Soleic® lineup are:
● TPU 1295A: 59%
● TPU 1270A: 76%
● TPU 1260D: 56%
● Polyol LV-02: 100%

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Soleic® materials significantly reduce fossil fuel dependence, mitigate climate change by lowering greenhouse gas
emissions, and leave no persistent microplastics, supporting a cleaner, more sustainable environment. Certified by the
USDA BioPreferred® Program, each product features a dedicated label verifying its renewable biobased content.
The USDA Certified Biobased Product Label assures customers of the products' sustainable credentials. By utilizing
renewable biobased feedstock, Soleic® products help capture carbon dioxide, reduce greenhouse gases, and promote
safer, environmentally friendly innovations.

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"Achieving the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label is more than a recognition—it’s a clear signal to our
customers that these materials are genuinely plant-based and renewable. This certification cuts through the noise of
ambiguous sustainability claims, providing independent validation of our commitment to reducing fossil fuel reliance
and advancing truly renewable solutions." – Marissa Tessman, Senior Research Scientist at Algenesis.

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"We applaud Algenesis Corporation for earning the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label," said Vernell
Thompson, USDA BioPreferred Program. "The label is intended to help spur economic development, create new
jobs, and provide new markets for farm commodities. But the label also makes it easier for consumers and federal
buyers to locate biobased products and consider planet-friendlier options during purchase decisions. By having their
products become USDA Certified Biobased, Algenesis joins an expanding list of businesses combating inaccurate
marketing claims and the practice of greenwashing, while also contributing to a thriving bioeconomy that decreases
our reliance on petroleum."

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In the latest Economic Impact Report released by USDA, the biobased products industry supported 4.6 million
American jobs; contributed $470 billion to the U.S. economy and generated 2.79 jobs in other
sectors of the economy for every biobased job. Biobased products also have a substantial environmental impact, displacing about 9.4 million barrels of oil a year, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 12.7 million metric tons of CO2 equivalents per year.

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About Algenesis Corporation (DBA Algenesis Materials):

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Algenesis is an innovative leader in sustainable materials, dedicated to transforming the industry through
groundbreaking advancements. With its origins in UCSD’s research excellence, Algenesis is committed to developing
Soleic® branded solutions that pave the way for a sustainable future. We are revolutionizing the petroleum plastics
industry with cutting-edge technology that makes plant-based materials durable, affordable, and biodegradable,
enabling manufacturers to combat plastic pollution. By integrating science, technology, and environmental
stewardship, Algenesis is not only creating superior products but also spearheading a movement towards a greener,
cleaner world. For more about Soleic® by Algenesis www.soleic®materials.com
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Media Contact:
Sandra Watts
Algenesis Corporation
swatts@soleicmaterials.com

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About the USDA BioPreferred Program

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With the goal of increasing the development, purchase, and use of biobased products, USDA's BioPreferred® Program
was first introduced in the 2002 Farm Bill and reauthorized in 2018. It requires federal agencies and contractors to give
purchasing preference to biobased products. The USDA BioPreferred Program also includes a voluntary certification
and labeling initiative for biobased products. This is referred to as the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label.
More than 1,800 companies across the U.S. and in 47 countries participate in the Program. From farm and field all the
way through the manufacturing process, the expanding market for biobased products creates jobs, supports rural
economic growth in America, and has a positive impact on our planet.

Have questions?

Please contact: Vernell Thompson, USDA BioPreferred Program at Vernell.Thompson@usda.gov.

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