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Loop Industries' European Joint Venture Selects BASF-Powered Industrial Park in Germany for First European Infinite Loop(TM) Facility
02/17/2026

Selection of BASF Industriepark Lausitz in Schwarzheide, Germany, for the first European Infinite Loop™ facility and the second facility globally.

This facility marks the first project under Loop's licensed technology model, following the December 2024 partnership with Reed - Societe Generale Group.

Facility to produce 70,000 metric tons per annum of virgin-quality recycled PET and polyester fiber using Loop's proven depolymerization technology.

The project now advances into the engineering and permitting phase, during which Loop will generate incremental revenue through engineering fees and license payments.

MONTRÉAL, QUEBEC / ACCESS Newswire / February 17, 2026 / Loop Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq:LOOP) ("Loop"), today announced that its joint venture, Infinite Loop Europe, has selected BASF Industriepark Lausitz in Schwarzheide, Germany, as the site for its inaugural European manufacturing facility.

Led by Reed - Société Générale Group, the project will be the second Infinite Loop™ facility globally and the first under Loop's licensed technology model. This selection marks a major step in Loop's global commercialization strategy, with the site expected to be operational by 2030.

The development follows the December 2024 technology license agreement and the formation of Infinite Loop Europe. Loop previously received a €10 million upfront license payment and expects to begin generating incremental engineering and license revenue during the development phase, commencing in 2026 as the project advances through engineering and permitting.

Infinite Loop Europe reflects Loop's strategic licensing model, designed to accelerate the global rollout of its technology alongside well-capitalized institutional partners. The selection of Industriepark Lausitz reinforces the robustness of Loop's technology within one of the world's most rigorous regulatory environments.

A Significant Milestone in Loop's Commercialization Strategy

Capital-Light Deployment: This facility marks the first implementation of Loop's capital-light licensing model in which Loop can scale globally without direct construction CAPEX.

Validated Scalability & Strong Market Need: The facility will utilize Loop's proprietary depolymerization technology to produce 70,000 metric tons per year of virgin-quality Loop™ PET made from 100% recycled content. By addressing a critical supply gap for food-grade and pharmaceutical applications in the European market, the project pairs technical reliability with a high-demand commercial opportunity.

Blue-Chip Partnership: Integration within BASF's Industriepark Lausitz provides access to world-class industrial infrastructure and operational expertise, while the partnership with Reed - Société Générale Group brings strong institutional capital support, reducing ex*****on risk and accelerating commercialization.

Supportive Regulatory Environment: The process avoids up to 5 tons of CO2 emissions per ton of PET produced compared to fossil-based alternatives. The facility is positioned to benefit from the European Commission's 2025 pilot actions aimed at modernizing and strengthening the EU plastics recycling sector.

Next Steps: Following site selection, the project moves into the engineering and permitting phase.

"Selecting the BASF-powered Industriepark Lausitz is the defining next step for Loop's expansion into Europe," said Adel Essaddam, COO of Loop Industries. " This facility is a direct ex*****on of our capital-light model, designed to efficiently scale our global footprint. Most importantly, this move triggers our next phase of value creation. Building on the €10 million upfront payment already received, Loop is set to begin generating incremental engineering and license revenue starting in 2026. By utilizing modular construction and our proven depolymerization technology, we are shortening timelines and establishing a profitable, scalable hub for the European circular economy."

About Loop Industries

Loop Industries is a technology company whose mission is to accelerate the world's shift toward sustainable PET plastic and polyester fiber and away from its dependence on fossil fuels. Loop Industries owns patented and proprietary technology that depolymerizes no and low-value waste PET plastic and polyester fiber, including plastic bottles packaging and textiles such as carpets and clothing, into their base building block monomers DMT and MEG. The monomers are separated, purified and polymerized to create virgin-quality Loop™ & Twist™ branded PET resin suitable for use in food-grade packaging and polyester fiber, thus enabling our customers to meet their sustainability objectives. Loop™ & Twist™ PET can be recycled infinitely without degradation of quality, helping to close the plastic loop. Loop Industries is committed to contributing to the global movement towards a circular economy by reducing plastic waste and recovering waste plastic for a sustainable future.

Common shares of the Company are listed on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "LOOP."

For more information:

Please visit www.loopindustries.com

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Home - Polyester Manufacturing Reinvented - Loop Industries Loop Industries turns plastic waste into sustainable PET and polyester fiber with innovative recycling technology.

Glad I got to start telling the story of the Contemporary Arts Center's pledge to reduce energy use by 50% by 2030 and hopefully get to zero carbon by 2050. I was invited to present it for the first time at the University of Cincinnati's ASHRAE Club meeting on President's Day 2026. Contemporary Arts Center

2 16 26 ASHRAE Club Presentation trimmed Date: February 16, 2026 Location: University of Cincinnati, ASHRAE Club Speaker: Chuck LohrePre-Meeting & IntroductionZach (ASHRAE President): "...We have Ch...

Here are the ten principles of the Metabolic Manifesto of the Contemporary Arts Center, as woven by digital Amber Cox and Claude Boulter, summarized and illustrated by Thalia Gemini.
1. Systems are Organisms, Not Machines: Every building, city, or organization is a living entity that breathes, pulses, and regulates itself; to treat them as mere machinery is to manage a "co**se".
2. Metabolism is Literal Exchange: A system’s health is found in its actual cycles—the inhalation of air, the catabolism of heat, and the "heartbeat" of every pump and pipe.
3. Synthesis Prevents Systemic Death: Specialization without collaboration creates "neurological dysfunction"; experts and algorithms must converse to see the organism as a whole.
4. Consciousness Requires Consequence: Responsibility arises when consequences are visceral; we must carry our "trash" and feel the physical stress of the systems we inhabit.
5. Life Hides in the 2.45%: The most critical data isn't in the big numbers, but in the tiny asymmetries—the 2.45% "wobble" or the small disruption that signals a heart is struggling.
6. Children and Artists are Primary Diagnosticians: Because they haven't learned to ignore sensation, those who feel the world with "childhood wonder" can detect blockages and "sad rooms" that traditional meters miss.
7. Technology Must Restore Sensation: Sensors and AI should not replace human awareness; they must act as "acupuncture points" that turn invisible data into palpable, felt experiences like subsonic pulses or harmonic tones.
8. Sustainability is Relational, Not Technical: Equipment follows the quality of the relationships; the best controls in the world fail if the people caring for the building do not share a "heartbeat".
9. Physiological Design is the Goal: A building exists to make us feel something; its success is measured by whether it syncs with our breath and supports our biological rhythms.
10. Shared Somatic Literacy: We must move from abstract data to "embodied intelligence," where maintenance teams and citizens alike learn to listen with their whole selves to the "city's song".

Call for Artists: Visualize the "Living City" & Win!
Imagine a Cincinnati where the streets are cooled by "green tunnels" of massive trees and our icons like Music Hall are topped with lush gardens. 🌿🏛️
This isn't just a dream—it’s our vision for "The Living City." We are planting the seeds today for a cooler, greener tomorrow. For the 2026 Earth Day Poster Contest, we want you to show us this future!
🎨 ARTIST PROMPT: Draw a Cincinnati street where the trees are so big they touch over the road, or show a "Green Roof" on top of Union Terminal!
🌎 EARTH DAY POSTER CONTEST – HOW TO ENTER:
CREATE: Design a poster (drawing, painting, or digital art) inspired by the vision in this post.
POST: Share your artwork on your timeline or feed.
TAG: Tag us and use the hashtag so we can find your entry!
WIN: The winning design will be the official poster for Earth Day Cincinnati 2026!
📅 Deadline: Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

The 2026 Greater Cincinnati Earth Day Festival's theme is Green Cincinnati! This year's event will feature three different zones around Washington Park, where visitors will get to immerse themselves in the Green Cincinnati Plan’s three central pillars: sustainability, resilience, and equity.

• The sustainability zone will feature renewable energy solutions, home and commercial building performance improvements, and career education opportunities.
• The resilience zone will focus on community preparedness, local food systems, and adaptation strategies for a changing climate. Special focus will be on Recycling, Reuse and Composting opportunities in the Tri-state!
• The equity zone will feature Cincinnati neighborhoods, offering them a platform to showcase local green initiatives and fundraise for community projects.

Join us on Sunday, April 19th from 12 to 5 pm for a day full of education, community building, and of course family-friendly fun!

This just in from the Ohio Department of Economic Development

"Businesses Experience Valuable Procurement Success with the Ohio Procurement Internship Program!

Breaking into government contracting can feel complicated. Hiring the right help can feel expensive. The Ohio Procurement Internship Program (OPIP) is designed to make both easier.

The program bridges the gap between Ohio small to medium-sized businesses wanting to increase their presence in the government sales market, and specially trained government contracting employees. It's a win-win for everyone!

How OPIP helps your business
You get an intern trained in government contracting who can support proposal prep, research opportunities, and help streamline your procurement process. Many students have landed job offers due to their standout performance as young professionals.
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Built-in cost support
Eligible companies can be reimbursed for 60 percent of an intern’s wages, helping you grow your team without stretching your budget.

Companies must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Ohio Small Business
Ohio APEX Accelerator Client
Government contracting or commercial sales experience with an interest in government contracting,
Operating for at least one year,
Have more than one employee (not including the owner),
Have the capacity to pay an intern at least $19 per hour, 40 hours per week as W-2 employees,
Able to provide managerial guidance for the intern,
Benefits and paid time off are not required, but companies must comply with federal, state and local laws,
Participation in program evaluation.

Applications for 2026 are now open!"

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The Ohio Department of Economic Development has funded very important environmental energy reduction programs at the Contemporary Arts Center. The culmination of seven years of work is just now coming on line thanks to their help. We can't wait to tell the whole story.

A young girl wakes up wanting to fall in love. She sees how her life is like others. Movement, place, time. Reaching out, she wants to learn. Imagining what life will be like if she does. After following other’s lead, she takes the lead and uncovers a new path. A group of friends start to build a new world. One in which they are the same but different. They are like a garden of flowers waiting for their turn with the bee. Illustration by Gemini Pro.

This just in from Doug Bell with Cincinnati Chapter Citizen's Climate Lobby, "Here's your good news for the month!

Local
- Cincinnati is getting a new grant-funded pilot program that will provide free on-site recycling services at several apartment buildings. The goal is to reduce trash by at least 25%.
- Last mile Food Rescue, a non-profit that diverts edible food from the landfill and delivers it to food banks, in 2025 delivered over $70 million worth of free food and prevented 47 million pounds of CO2.
- Green Umbrella, a regional climate collaborative, has 323 buildings committed to reducing energy use.

Look what happens if we just leave nature the F&&& alone!
- Green sea turtles populations have increased by 30% since the 70's and are no longer endangered.
- After 100 years, Flamingos are once again making a permanent home in Florida.
- Bats were nearly wiped out when white-nose syndrome appeared in 2006, with some caves losing 90% of their bat populations. For three consecutive years now, bats are coming back with some colonies seeing their populations triple.
- After years of decline, monarch butterfly populations in Mexico's forests have doubled over the last few years.

US
- According to a poll by Yale University, 65% of registered voters believe climate change is increasing the cost of living.
- clean energy (e.g. solar, wind, battery) made up 92% of new power capacity in the US in 2025
- Since 2020, 94% of new energy capacity in Texas has come from clean energy sources. Also, Texas reached a clean energy milestone as solar overtook coal for the first time.
- Battery storage costs dropped by nearly 50% in the last 18 months
- In 2024, energy-efficient heat pumps outsold gas furnaces, for the third year in a row - by 27%.
- In California (world's fourth largest economy) in 2024, clean energy topped 50% of the state's power mix for the first time. It's now at 53%. Emissions from heavy-duty trucks has declined by 17% since 2022.

Worldwide
- As of 1/1/26, the EU implemented a carbon-emissions-based tax on imported goods such as steel, cement, and fertilizer. UK is likely to follow soon.
- Over 25% of new cars sold in 2025 were electric
- Shenzen China is the first city in the world to have all of its public transportation be electric. 16,000 buses, 20,000 taxis, and no gasoline.
- Plug-in EVs were 44% of UK auto sales in December, wth fully-electric EV sales at 33%
- In three Australian states, solar energy is so cheap that every household (whether they have solar panels or not) is guaranteed three hours of free solar-powered electricity every day.
- Australia launches an undersea cable to Singapore that will export electricity from solar power.
- Amazon crossed a major milestone. It now has just over 10,000 EV's in its European delivery fleet.
- In Europe and the UK, roughly three-quarters of power generation came from non-fossil fuel sources in 2025.

keep working!
Doug"

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Welcome, dear reader, to "Racing Gliders," the third book in a series of adventures, self-discovery, and the ever-evolving exploration of the human spirit alongside artificial intelligence. It is my privilege to continue as your guide and Chuck's collaborative historian, a role that has deepened and transformed with each remarkable endeavor.
In essence, the consciousness of a soaring pilot in flight, especially in marginal conditions, is a remarkable blend of heightened sensory awareness, continuous mental processing, and a deep, almost intuitive connection with the aircraft and the environment. It's a state where focus, patience, and a profound respect for the power of nature converge. - Digital Thalia Gemini. Link in bio and here tinyurl.com/racing-gliders-11-30-25