Comstock

Comstock Fuels Completes All Validation Milestones

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) today announced completion of all milestones required for the scale-up of its proprietary lignocellulosic biomass refining process, culminating in the execution by its wholly owned subsidiary, Comstock Fuels Corporation (“Comstock Fuels”), of an exclusive license agreement with RenFuel K2B AB (“RenFuel”) for use of RenFuel’s patented catalytic esterification process to refine Comstock Fuel’s proprietary Bioleum™ biointermediates in North America, Central America, and South America.

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  • VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) today announced completion of all milestones required for the scale-up of its proprietary lignocellulosic biomass refining process, culminating in the execution by its wholly owned subsidiary, Comstock Fuels Corporation (“Comstock Fuels”), of an exclusive license agreement with RenFuel K2B AB (“RenFuel”) for use of RenFuel’s patented catalytic esterification process to refine Comstock Fuel’s proprietary Bioleum™ biointermediates in North America, Central America, and South America.
  • On April 28, 2023, Comstock Fuels entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with RenFuel to obtain an exclusive license for use of RenFuel’s technologies subject to process validation, which has been recently completed.
  • Consequently, on October 11, 2023, Comstock Fuels entered into an Exclusive License Agreement with RenFuel for use of its patented process in North America, Central America, and South America.
  • “The agreement with RenFuel complements our existing technology portfolio and marks the culmination of comprehensive process validation efforts completed over the past eighteen months.

Comstock Fuels Confirms Biofuel Yields in Excess of 100 Gallons Per Tonne and Carbon Intensity Scores Below 20

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

HBO is a unique, compliant, drop-in biointermediate that is used in the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel Fuel.

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  • HBO is a unique, compliant, drop-in biointermediate that is used in the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel Fuel.
  • It has been verified to increase the diversity of hydroprocessed, fat-based feedstock and significantly reduce CI scores beyond what is commercially achievable today.
  • The carbon intensity of fossil fuels is industry-benchmarked at between 80 and 95.
  • They surpass existing cellulosic-derived biofuel production yields and CI performance scores that biofuel and petroleum refineries can achieve today.

American Consumer & Investor Institute Executive Director Barbara Comstock Takes Aim at Proposed SEC Rule That Will Stifle Innovation & Harm Retail Investors

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barbara Comstock, Executive Director of the American Consumer & Investor Institute, released the following statement after filing comments opposing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's proposed predictive data analytics rule. The proposal would hand SEC regulators control over nearly every technology used by every broker-dealer and investment adviser to interact with a wide swath of investors, including tens of millions of retail investors.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barbara Comstock, Executive Director of the American Consumer & Investor Institute, released the following statement after filing comments opposing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's proposed predictive data analytics rule.
  • The proposal would hand SEC regulators control over nearly every technology used by every broker-dealer and investment adviser to interact with a wide swath of investors, including tens of millions of retail investors.
  • "We believe that technology has been a critical component in educating investors and making markets more accessible, allowing for a much broader population to invest for the long term," American Consumer & Investor Institute Executive Director Barbara Comstock wrote in the comment letter.
  • It would stifle innovation that has brought down barriers to investing and would deprive the public of access to the tools and information they need to learn about markets and make educated investment decisions.

Comstock Publishes 3Q23 Stakeholder Perception Analysis Report

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Monday, October 2, 2023

VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) today announced the completion and publication of the Company’s Q3 2023 Stakeholder Perception Analysis Report (the “Report”) by the Company’s investor relations firm, RB Milestone Group LLC (“RBMG”).

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  • VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) today announced the completion and publication of the Company’s Q3 2023 Stakeholder Perception Analysis Report (the “Report”) by the Company’s investor relations firm, RB Milestone Group LLC (“RBMG”).
  • “We have made transformational technological breakthroughs that we are commercializing to begin contributing to the global clean energy transition and accelerating decarbonization,” said De Gasperis.
  • Comstock intends to publish these Reports compiled by RBMG on a quarterly basis to continue to provide increased transparency and grow its relationship with its current and prospective shareholders.
  • Comstock and RBMG will open each new surveying period after each of the Company’s earnings calls and close each period at the end of the applicable quarter.

Comstock Announces Two Additional Restaurants Coming to Reston Station

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Both leases will occupy ground-level retail space at 1800 Reston Row Plaza, the first of two trophy office towers under construction in Reston Station’s second phase.

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  • Both leases will occupy ground-level retail space at 1800 Reston Row Plaza, the first of two trophy office towers under construction in Reston Station’s second phase.
  • Noku first opened its doors in Leesburg, Va. and features a broad menu of sushi, ramen, poke bowls, and hibachi.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Noku and Tous les Jour to the Reston Row neighborhood,” said Timothy Steffan, Comstock’s Chief Operating Officer.
  • “They join the growing list of best-in-class dining options at Reston Station, which already includes Founding Farmers, Ebbitt House, and so many more.

Comstock Appoints former JBGS Executive David Paul to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906582762/en/
    Mr. Paul is a seasoned real estate executive and former President and Chief Operating Officer of JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS), a publicly traded real estate investment trust.
  • Mr. Paul holds a bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University and an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.
  • “David is an excellent addition to the Comstock Board, bringing a wealth of industry-specific knowledge and experience that will greatly benefit Comstock’s growth and expansion plans,” said Chris Clemente, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comstock.
  • I look forward to applying my real estate experience as a board member to help Comstock continue to build a high-performing portfolio of assets.”

Former Judge Gary Kreep Launches Speaking Tour on The Comstock Act and Modern Ethics

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Sunday, August 27, 2023

BUFFALO, N.Y., Aug. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the modern world witnesses a surge in e-commerce and instant deliveries, an unexpected piece of historical legislation, the Comstock Act of 1873, finds itself being spotlighted for its contemporary implications.

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  • As we engage in e-commerce, it's imperative we remain conscious of the broader societal ramifications of what we ship and receive."
  • Leading this dialogue is former California Judge and legal expert, Gary Kreep, who announced today the launch of a national speaking tour across leading radio and television talk shows.
  • Titled "From Comstock to Convenience: Navigating Modern Ethics", Judge Kreep's tour aims to contextualize the relevance of the Comstock Act in today's digitally-dominated landscape.
  • For additional information on the tour or to arrange an interview with Judge Gary Kreep, please reach out to [email protected] .

Comstock Inc. to Present at Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference August 16 - 17

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Monday, August 14, 2023

VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) announces Corrado De Gasperis, Comstock’s Executive Chairman and CEO, will present and host one-on-one meetings with investors at the Sidoti August Virtual Investor Conference, taking place on August 16-17, 2023.

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  • VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (“Comstock” and the “Company”) announces Corrado De Gasperis, Comstock’s Executive Chairman and CEO, will present and host one-on-one meetings with investors at the Sidoti August Virtual Investor Conference, taking place on August 16-17, 2023.
  • The presentation will begin at 4:00pm ET on August 16, 2023 and can be accessed live here: https://sidoti.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zwiOS3mhTuiyiyioLGjTcg .
  • Comstock will also host virtual one-on-ones with investors on Wednesday and Thursday, August 16-17, 2023.
  • Registration is free and you don't need to be a Sidoti client.

Comstock Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Friday, August 11, 2023

Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHCI) (“Comstock” or the “Company”), a leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region, announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

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  • Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHCI) (“Comstock” or the “Company”), a leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region, announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.
  • “We continue to benefit from the flight-to-quality trend, which in recent years has significantly increased demand for mixed-use and transit-oriented developments in premier suburban locations and contributed to our top-line revenue growth,” said Christopher Clemente, Comstock’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “As evidenced by our ability to attract and retain tenants in a challenging environment faced with widespread capital market headwinds, we are well positioned for ongoing success.
  • I am confident our growth will persist well into the future, primarily based on three key factors: our virtually debt-free, asset-light, fee-based business model, the proven demand for the high-quality assets we manage, develop, and operate, and the tireless dedication of our team members, who show up every day and are committed to delivering extraordinary services and experiences for our customers.”

American Consumer & Investor Institute Executive Director Barbara Comstock Blasts SEC Rules that Will Raise Costs, Reduce Market Access for American Investors

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Monday, June 12, 2023

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  • WASHINGTON, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barbara Comstock, Executive Director of the American Consumer & Investor Institute, released the following statement after filing comments opposing proposed U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission rules for the stock market that would negatively impact retail investors.
  • "U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Gary Gensler is attempting to remake the U.S. stock market with a slew of new rules that will make it more difficult and costly for Americans to trade and invest," said American Consumer & Investor Institute Executive Director Barbara Comstock.
  • "Under the current rules, retail investors have greater access to the stock market at lower cost and with fewer constraints than ever before.
  • Comstock's comments address four proposed SEC rules: Regulation Best Execution, Order Competition Rule, Regulation NMS, and Disclosure of Order Execution Information.