Mr. Joseph Cimorelli reports

SPARTA'S E-WASTE OPERATION (ERS) INDICATES ITS CARBON CREDIT PROGRAM IS POSITIONED TO GAIN STRENGTH AS CARBON CREDIT PRICE SOON INCREASES

Under Sparta Capital Ltd.'s environment division, ERS International, its carbon credit program is poised to gain strength as the price for carbon reaches $80 per tonne this spring.

Generally speaking, for every metric tonne of carbon dioxide diverted from landfill, one carbon credit is generated. In the case of ERS, generation of credits is based on tonnage of material recycled and reused, as well as the category of material.

In 2023, the national price for carbon was set at a minimum of $65 per tonne of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). In April, 2024, that minimum goes up to $80 per tonne. By 2030 the price will be $170. ERS is the first recycler of its kind in Canada to be certified to offer verified carbon credits through advanced waste processing operations.

Sparta management has indicated that just about any type of business can benefit from the carbon credit program established by ERS; however, digital technology-related industries have a strong interest is such programs. One example is in the ever-growing cryptocurrency area. For example, in 2023, a project with digital asset mining pioneer Hut 8 saw ERS process over 360 metric tonnes of Hut 8 electronic waste, generating 7,500 carbon dioxide equivalent carbon credits.

Due to the constant increase in a bitcoin network's hashrate, mining devices have an average life span of under two years until they become unprofitable and require replacement. Mining waste includes hash boards, ASIC miners, power supply units (PSUs), various types of cables and other electronic components. At Sparta's ERS, the sophisticated and efficient system used to process e-waste means there is no residual waste. In other words, nothing goes to landfill.

"We couldn't be happier about the way our carbon credit program is developing and the fact that it is giving us another revenue stream. With the ongoing interest in our program, we are excited about the year ahead," said Joseph Cimorelli, director of global business development for ERS.

While Hut 8 has committed to a goal of being carbon neutral by 2025, many other bitcoin miners in the country are looking to significantly reduce their carbon footprint. Currently, there are just under 100 bitcoin mining companies in Canada. Aside from bitcoin miners, other technology-related businesses, airlines, large industries and automakers tend to purchase carbon credits.

About Sparta Capital Ltd.

Sparta is a technology-based company focused on integrating emerging technologies. It operates with a decentralized business model, with each active business functioning as a separate subsidiary. This structure provides brand recognition, insight, high-level strategic guidance and financial monitoring. Sparta is divided into three operational business segments, each accountable for its day-to-day operations and performance. Those segments are environment, energy and innovation.

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