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Canada partners with Heidelberg Materials to drive cement industry decarbonization

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Investment will help build North America’s first commercial full-scale carbon capture, utilization and storage system in the cement industry

EDMONTON, AB, March 7, 2025 /CNW/ – Canada is supporting new technologies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from heavy industries like cement and concrete. This is why, today, the Honourable François–Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, shared that ISED is working with Heidelberg Materials to finalize negotiation on a contribution agreement regarding its Edmonton carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) plant.

This announcement builds on a 2023 memorandum of understanding between the Government of Canada and Heidelberg Materials to work toward providing up to a total of $275 million for Heidelberg’s demonstration plant, the first of its kind in the cement industry in North America. The government has already entered into a $49 million contribution agreement to support the first phase of this project.

Once finalized through an agreement for phase 2, this funding of up to $226 million will help support and build North America’s first commercial full-scale CCUS system in the cement sector and a combined heat and power system (CHP) at its Edmonton cement facility. The funding for this project has been set aside by the Strategic Innovation Fund with a view to supporting the project once Heidelberg Materials makes a final investment decision prior to April 30, 2025.

This CCUS system, the first of its kind in the cement industry in North America, will enable the company to produce carbon-neutral cement through the capture and compression of carbon dioxide (CO2) for subsequent transportation and permanent storage, reducing GHG emissions by up to one million tonnes annually, the equivalent of removing more than 300,000 passenger vehicles from the road each year. This project would bring significant benefits to the province of Alberta by maintaining over 1,900 full-time jobs and would provide great economic opportunities to local suppliers in Canada.

This project will position Canada as a global leader in low-carbon cement, helping the country stay on track with a net-zero trajectory. The Government of Canada and the cement sector are committed to supporting the Roadmap to Net-Zero Carbon Concrete by 2050 to reduce pollution and build a sustainable economy.

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“This groundbreaking partnership with Heidelberg Materials takes us one step closer to a net-zero Canada by 2050. By building North America’s first carbon capture system in cement, we’re driving innovation, cutting emissions and securing a sustainable future. This project will create jobs, boost Alberta’s economy and set a new standard for sustainable industry in Canada and beyond.” 
– The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

“The Government of Alberta is pleased that Heidelberg has chosen Edmonton, Alberta, for the site of the world’s largest commercial carbon capture, utilization and sequestration cement plant. Alberta’s CCUS framework and opportunities are unrivaled, and the Alberta government is pleased to participate with Heidelberg and the Government of Canada to help bring these industry-changing innovations to cement making.”
– The Honourable Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta

“We are excited to reach this critical milestone in this first-mover project, which began in 2019, and we appreciate the support from the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta and the City of Edmonton. We look forward to further collaboration with these key stakeholders as we continue making progress toward a net-zero future and working to decarbonize the cement industry.”
Chris Ward, President and CEO, Heidelberg Materials North America

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Since 1993, Heidelberg Materials has been operating in Canada (British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario) and has been a leading producer of cement products in North America. Its core activities include the production of cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, asphalt and other downstream products.Concrete is the most used building material on the planet, and the cement needed to make that concrete accounts for 7% of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.More than 1,100 ready-mixed concrete, precast concrete, concrete pipe and masonry plants are located across Canada. Collectively, the industry is responsible for approximately 166,000 direct and indirect jobs, and it contributes $76 billion to our economy annually.Carbon capture is a technology that can capture up to 95% of the CO2 emissions produced from the use of fossil fuels in electricity generation and industrial processes, preventing the carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere.The Government of Canada has identified carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technologies as one of the four key technology areas critical to achieving global climate and energy goals.Increased use of CCUS features in the mix of every credible path to achieving net zero by 2050, including all 1.5°C pathways developed by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the International Energy Agency.

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Heidelberg MaterialsRoadmap to Net-Zero Carbon Concrete by 2050A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: Clean Air, Strong Economy

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IDC Overseas, Ltd. Announces Expiration and Results of Exchange Offer of its Outstanding 9.0% Notes due 2026

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TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IDC OVERSEAS, LTD. (the “Company” or “IDC”) announced today that its offer to exchange (the “Exchange Offer”) any and all of its outstanding 9.0% Notes due 2026 (ISIN: XS2590265471; Common Code: 259026547) (the “Existing Notes”) for an equal amount of its new 9.0% Notes due 2030 (the “New Notes”) has expired in accordance with its terms at 4:00 p.m. London time on March 21, 2025.  An aggregate principal amount of $144,940,000 of Existing Notes have been validly tendered for exchange, representing 96.63% of the outstanding Existing Notes.  The Company has accepted for exchange all of the Existing Notes tendered.  The Company expects the settlement date of the Exchange Offer to be on or about March 26, 2025

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BCP Securities, Inc. is acting as exclusive dealer manager for the Exchange Offer. D.F. King Ltd. has been appointed as the information agent and exchange agent for the Exchange Offer. The complete terms and conditions of the Exchange Offer are described in the exchange offer memorandum, copies of which may be obtained by Eligible Holders by contacting (i) BCP Securities, Inc. at jharper@bcpsecurities.com or (ii) D.F. King Ltd. at +44 20 7920 9700 or idc@dfkingltd.com. For more information, visit https://clients.dfkingltd.com/idc.

The New Notes have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or the securities laws of any state of the United States or other jurisdiction, and may not be offered or sold within the United States, except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act. Accordingly, the New Notes are being offered and sold only to non-U.S. persons outside the United States in compliance with Regulation S under the Securities Act (“Eligible Holders”).

This announcement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the New Notes nor an offer to purchase Existing Notes. The Exchange Offer was made solely by means of the exchange offer memorandum.

About the Company

IDC was founded in 1995 and has evolved from a consulting firm to an investment bank, to a multi-fund platform for strategic investments. IDC operates its business through four offices located in Miami, Guatemala City, Madrid and Copenhagen, providing a global platform and local knowledge for sourcing transactions and raising capital for different funds and a network divided into six verticals. IDC’s purpose is to be a transformation agent, ultimately making a positive impact and changing the lives of people through its investments and proprietary projects. As of December 31, 2024, the Company’s assets under management were US$2.1 billion.

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Damon Inc. Announces Closing of Upsized $16.5 Million Underwritten Public Offering

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Transaction Strengthens Balance Sheet and Enables Execution of Multi-Vertical Revenue Strategy

VANCOUVER, BC, March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Damon Inc. (NASDAQ: DMN) (“Damon” or the “Company”), a designer and developer of electric motorcycles and other personal mobility products that seek to empower the personal mobility sector through innovation, data intelligence and strategic partnerships, today announced the closing of its previously announced public offering of 126,900,000 units at a public offering price of $0.13 per unit. Each unit consisted of one common share and one Series A warrant to purchase one common share, subject to adjustment in accordance with its terms. In addition, the Company granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 19,035,000 common shares at a price per share equal to the public offering price per unit (net of discounts and commissions) minus $0.001, and/or 19,035,000 Series A warrants at a price of $0.001 per warrant, to cover over-allotments.

Gross proceeds to the Company, before deducting underwriting commissions and other offering expenses, were approximately $16.5 million. The proceeds of this offering will support Damon’s next phase of growth, focused on accelerating revenue generation through its proprietary technologies, data intelligence, user-driven design and strategic partnerships.

“This financing marks a pivotal moment for Damon, providing the financial foundation needed to advance our mission in sustainable mobility,” said Dom Kwong, CEO of Damon Inc. “This transaction strengthens our balance sheet and provides us with the resources needed to execute our business plan with confidence. It will also enable us to focus on multiple potential revenue verticals—including our proprietary safety systems and electrification technology—and to leverage an asset-light business model through strategic partnerships, positioning us strongly for long-term value creation.”

Maxim Group LLC acted as sole book-runner in connection with the offering. In connection with the offering, the underwriter partially exercised its overallotment option and purchased an additional 19,035,000 Series A warrants at $0.001 per warrant for additional gross proceeds of $19,035.

A registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-285872) was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and was declared effective by the SEC on March 20, 2025 (the “registration statement”). A final prospectus relating to the offering was filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement. Electronic copies of the prospectus relating to this offering may also be obtained from Maxim Group LLC, 300 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, New York 10022, Attention: Syndicate Department, by telephone at (212) 895-3745 or by email at syndicate@maximgrp.com.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About Damon Inc.

Damon Inc. is a designer and developer of personal mobility products and technology solutions that integrate AI-driven safety systems, smart electrification, and user-driven design to revolutionize sustainable transportation. Operating across four potential revenue verticals – Data Intelligence & Services, Engineering Services, Personal Mobility Products, and Special Projects – Damon believes it is positioned to capture a significant share of the $40B global electric two-wheeler market by 20301. The company distinguishes itself through its integrated ecosystem approach, combining advanced data analytics, engineering expertise, and strategic partnerships with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Damon emphasizes accessible mobility solutions while leveraging its proprietary AI-driven safety systems and intelligent energy management technology to deliver superior performance and operational efficiency in the urban and business mobility space. For more information, please visit damon.com.

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Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of the press release or as of the date otherwise specifically indicated herein. Due to risks and uncertainties, events may differ materially from current expectations. Damon disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required pursuant to applicable securities law. All forward-looking statements contained in the press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

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Federal industrial carbon pricing delivers 38 new innovative and clean technology projects across Canada

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GATINEAU, QC, March 21, 2025 /CNW/ – The Government of Canada is taking bold action to strengthen communities by addressing the impacts of climate change. Industrial carbon pricing is a foundational element of Canada’s plan to protect the environment and build a strong, competitive, and sovereign 21st-century Canadian economy.

Today, the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced investments of nearly $150 million from Canada’s Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) Proceeds Fund in 38 Decarbonization Incentive Program (DIP) projects in the four provinces where the federal OBPS applied in 2019 to current. This funding will help Canadian companies and organizations deploy cutting-edge clean technologies which cut pollution, enhance energy efficiency, create jobs, and strengthen Canada’s economic footing.

Today’s investments will support a range of initiatives, such as replacing expensive oil- and gas-fired boilers with more efficient electric ones, producing cleaner and stronger Canadian fibreglass, deploying advanced carbon-management technologies, and enhancing the durability of galvanized steel sheets, all of which help drive down costs for Canadian manufacturers and consumers across the supply chain. Projects funded by the Proceeds Fund will also help unlock new opportunities and markets for made-in-Canada clean technology and innovation, strengthening the Canadian economy while reducing an estimated 544,100 tonnes of greenhouse gas pollution in the year 2030.

The federal government recognizes the leadership role that industries and workers play in driving solutions to build a more competitive economy and protect the environment. Through partnerships with workers, industries, experts, enterprises, and Indigenous leaders, industrial carbon pricing supports projects that fight climate change and strengthen our economic security.

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Canada has everything it takes to be a leader in the low-carbon economy of the 21st century. At a time when we must strategically diversify our trade relationships, industrial carbon pricing is a key driver in protecting the international competitiveness of Canadian industries, enabling access to new export markets, creating good-paying jobs, and ensuring that major industrial polluters pay their fair share in clean technology investments across Canada. These investments are a win-win-win for Canadian workers, industries, and the environment. Fundamentally, industrial carbon pricing makes Canada stronger and more competitive in a changing world.”
– The Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Environment and Climate Change

“Today, Canada is making significant investments that will not only strengthen our economy at a critical time but will also help protect our environment for future generations. Through the Output-Based Pricing System Proceeds Fund, this federal government is empowering Canadian companies to innovate, adopt cutting-edge technologies, improve their competitiveness and productivity, and reduce pollution. By supporting projects that drive efficiency and lower pollution, we are unlocking new economic opportunities, creating jobs, and positioning Canada as a global leader in the economy of today and tomorrow.”
– The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources

Canada is on track for a more competitive, resilient, and sustainable future. These investments will not only fuel innovation among Canadian cleantech companies but will also create made-in-Canada opportunities that drive growth and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By working in tandem with key sectors to deploy industrial carbon pricing, we are seizing the opportunity for Canada to lead the global transition to a low-carbon economy, strengthening our country today and in the future.”
– The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

“The University of Toronto is the world’s most sustainable university and is a global leader in transforming its infrastructure and operations to reduce carbon emissions. The Decarbonizing Incentive Program supports the modernization of the university’s district energy system, ensuring that the energy that powers advanced research is clean and sustainable for decades to come.”
Ron Saporta, Chief Operating Officer, University of Toronto

“Funded in part through the Decarbonization Incentive Program, a new heat plant currently in the planning stages at Roseburg Forest Product’s Pembroke facility would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by switching from natural gas to forest biomass to fuel manufacturing of our high-quality, medium-density fibreboard (MDF) and engineered wood products. Environment and Climate Change Canada’s focus on supporting clean, sustainable growth through the OBPS Decarbonization Incentive Program aligns with Roseburg’s longstanding commitment to innovative manufacturing and responsible forestry, and we’re grateful for the support.”
Alexandre Ouellette, Senior Director of Manufacturing, Roseburg Forest Products

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Proceeds from industrial carbon pricing are driving innovative, job-creating Canadian technology projects across regions and sectors. To date, the Decarbonization Incentive Program has supported total investments of over $874 million in 53 clean energy projects.Canada’s emissions are now the lowest they have been in 27 years, excluding the pandemic years, and significantly lower than pre-pandemic levels. Between 2005 and 2023, the emissions intensity of Canada’s economy was cut by 34%.All proceeds collected under the federal OBPS are returned to the jurisdiction of origin. Proceeds collected in jurisdictions where the federal system has been applied are being returned through the two program streams of the OBPS Proceeds Fund. The jurisdictions where the federal OBPS has applied previously, or continues to apply, are:Manitoba (federal OBPS continues to be in effect and proceeds continue to be collected)New Brunswick (federal OBPS was in effect and proceeds were collected until December 31, 2020) Ontario (federal OBPS was in effect and proceeds were collected until December 31, 2021)Saskatchewan (federal OBPS was in effect and proceeds were collected until December 31, 2023)Through the Decarbonization Incentive Program, the Government of Canada returns a portion of the proceeds collected from the federal pollution price on large industrial emitters to support innovative, clean technology projects across Canada back to their jurisdictions of origin. This funding enables eligible facilities to achieve greater energy efficiency, adopt sustainable solutions, and reduce pollution.

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Backgrounder: Canada’s industrial carbon pricing system delivers nearly $150 million in new support for dozens of innovative Canadian clean technology projects across provinces, originating from pollution proceeds

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Sustainable Jobs PlanCanada’s Green FuturePowering Canada’s Future: A Clean Electricity Strategy Output-Based Pricing SystemOutput-Based Pricing System Proceeds FundOBPS Proceeds Fund: Decarbonization Incentive ProgramHow Carbon Pricing Works2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: Clean Air, Strong Economy

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