Nextleaf Solutions Announces Completion of Two Federally Funded R&D Projects
Ryan Allway
August 12th, 2019
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Results demonstrate innovation in extraction and sustainability in disposal of cannabis biomass waste.
VANCOUVER, Aug. 12, 2019 /CNW/ – Nextleaf Solutions Ltd. (CSE: OILS) (OTCQB: OILFF) (Frankfurt: L0MA) (“Nextleaf“, “OILS” or the “Company“), an extraction technology company that owns a portfolio of issued and pending patents pertaining to the Company’s industrial-scale process of extraction and purification of cannabinoids, is pleased to announce the completion of two research and development projects with the National Research Council of Canada’s Industrial Research Assistance Program (“IRAP“), and the Natural Science and Engineering Council (“NSERC“).
During the yearlong IRAP project, Nextleaf successfully developed a media treatment process to remove undesirable elements such as chlorophyll, carotenoids, and anthocyanins from crude extract. The project was conducted using common hops (Humulus lupulus), a suitable analog for cannabis as the two are genetically related, and contain a similar pigment and oil profile.
The five-person research team – including four PhDs – was led by Nextleaf’s Engineering Manager, Krupal Pal, PhD, P.Eng. “We found unique ways to adapt existing validated technology from complimentary industries such as oenology, as well as drawing on my previous experience in oil and gas refinement” stated Dr. Pal.
Technology developed during the IRAP funded R&D project will be applied within Nextleaf’s patented extraction process and used in the production of THC and CBD distillates for vapes, edibles, and beverages once legalized in Canada. “Chlorophyll and other pigments can affect the consumer experience in a number of ways, including inferior taste and appearance,” said Dr. Krupal Pal, “but more importantly chlorophyll can affect the functionality of vape hardware as it has a different temperature tolerance and vaporizes at a different rate compared to THC and CBD.”
Additionally, Dr. Pal led efforts with regards to Nextleaf’s collaborative research project with the University of British Columbia (UBC), and British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) under the auspices of an NSERC grant. The project was anchored in a sustainability-driven outcome with the goal to repurpose post-extraction cannabis biomass, and minimize waste biproducts.
Hemp biomass, when reduced to ash under Nextleaf’s incineration process, shows considerable promise as a replacement for fly ash as a key ingredient in Portland Cement due to the silica content. When leveraged as a biofuel during hemp ash production, power is generated and metric tonnes of biomass can be diverted from landfills and used as a supplementary cementitious material. Current estimates indicate close to a billion kilograms of biomass being harvested annually by the marijuana and hemp industry.
“We were adamant on finding an environmentally conscious way to put cannabis biomass waste used in our extraction process to good use, and the evidence suggests we’ve found it,” stated Paul Pedersen, CEO of Nextleaf Solutions. “These two R&D projects speak to Nextleaf’s talent for research collaboration and technological innovation, key pillars in our growth strategy.”
As a direct result of the two government funded R&D projects, OILS has filed additional U.S. patent applications increasing its IP portfolio.
About Nextleaf Solutions
Nextleaf Solutions Ltd. (“OILS”) is the first publicly traded company to be issued a U.S. patent for industrial-scale extraction and purification of cannabinoids. OILS owns a portfolio of 3 issued and 24 pending patents pertaining to the production of high-purity cannabinoid distillate, the precursor used in the manufacturing of standardized THC and CBD based products. Once cannabis concentrates become legal across Canada on October 17, 2019, the company plans to commercialize its intellectual property portfolio through IP licensing, B2B processing services, and the supply of oils and concentrates to qualified Canadian and international partners.
Nextleaf Solutions trades as OILS on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE: OILS), OILFF on the OTCQB Market in the United States (OTCQB: OILFF) and L0MA on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FRA: L0MA).
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www.NextleafSolutions.com
Contact:
Adel Fares, Investor Relations
604-283-2301 (ext. 201)
investors@nextleafsolutions.com
Paul Pedersen, CEO
paul@nextleafsolutions.com
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The securities described herein, if any, have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the benefit of, U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act) except in compliance with the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or pursuant to exemptions therefrom. This release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy of any of Nextleaf securities in the United States. This news release may contain “forward-looking information” as defined in applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this release, including, without limitation, future operating margins, future production and processing, processing results, and future plans and objectives of Nextleaf, constitute forward looking information that involve various risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking information is based on a number of factors and assumptions which have been used to develop such information but which may prove to be incorrect, including, but not limited to, assumptions in connection with the continuance of Nextleaf and its subsidiaries as a going concern, general economic and market conditions, price of biomass, the accuracy of production resource estimates, and the performance of Nextleaf future operations. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from Nextleaf’s expectations include but are not limited to: changes in economic conditions or financial markets; increases in costs; litigation; legislative, environmental and other judicial, regulatory, political and competitive developments; and technological or operational difficulties. This list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect our forward-looking information. These and other factors should be considered carefully, and readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking information. For additional information with respect to risk factors, reference Nextleaf’s continuous disclosure materials filed from time to time with securities regulators, including, but not limited to, Nextleaf’s CSE Listing Statement. The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date of this release. Nextleaf does not intend, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to, update or revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. The CSE has not reviewed, approved or disapproved the contents of this press release.
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About Ryan Allway
Mr. Allway has over a decade of experience in the financial markets as both a private investor and financial journalist. He has been actively involved in the cannabis industry since its inception, covering public and private companies.
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