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Soluna Holdings' CEO John Belizaire Shares Vision for Scalable Renewable Computing in 2025 Shareholder Letter
Soluna Holdings' CEO John Belizaire Shares Vision for Scalable Renewable Computing in 2025 Shareholder Letter

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time2 days ago

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Soluna Holdings' CEO John Belizaire Shares Vision for Scalable Renewable Computing in 2025 Shareholder Letter

ALBANY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Soluna Holdings, Inc. ('Soluna' or the 'Company') (NASDAQ: SLNH), a developer of green data centers for intensive computing applications, including Bitcoin mining and AI, today announced an open letter to shareholders from CEO John Belizaire. A longer version of the letter and updated investor presentation can be found on Soluna's Investor Relations webpage. Additionally, we will release an update to our Earnings Power Presentation in the coming weeks. Soluna's annual shareholder meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2025 at 10:00am EDT. Open Letter to Shareholders from John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna Holdings, Inc. Dear Shareholders, 2024 was a defining year for Soluna. We grew revenue by more than 80%, reached $38 million, and achieved positive cash flow from our Bitcoin Hosting business — proof that our model is working. We brought Project Dorothy 1A and 1B into full-year operation and launched our Demand Response Services (DRS), generating $2.1 million in new revenue. Project Dorothy 2, a 64% hosting capacity expansion, is now energized and is expected to reach 48 MW by year-end. We simplified our capital structure, secured flexible funding through a $25 million SEPA facility, and made the strategic decision to exit the HPE contract, redeploying resources toward dedicated AI and HPC infrastructure, which is in high demand and where we have a clear advantage. With the addition of Project Annie (75 MW), our first solar-powered site, Soluna's development pipeline now exceeds 773 MW across wind, grid, and solar-powered computing projects. Project Kati (166 MW) is shovel-ready, with Project Rosa (187 MW), Project Hedy (120 MW), and Project Ellen (100 MW) in active development. Soluna is no longer just proving its concept — we're scaling it. Looking Ahead: Building the Future of Renewable Computing In 2025, we plan to: Ramp Project Dorothy 2 to full capacity and increase recurring revenue from Bitcoin Hosting. Break ground on Project Kati, a flagship site for hybrid Bitcoin and AI workloads. Advance Project Rosa, a 187 MW site designed for large-scale computing. Expand and de-risk our pipeline, now exceeding 2.8 GW of AI and Bitcoin hosting capacity. Form new joint ventures to deploy capital efficiently and enter the AI infrastructure market with industry leaders. Strengthen our balance sheet, reduce debt, and own larger stakes in high-performing projects. We are building more than data centers. We are laying the foundation for the future of computing. Our ability to turn curtailed renewable energy into reliable, low-cost power for Bitcoin and AI workloads sets us apart. Soluna is positioned to lead this next era of energy and computing. We look forward to accelerating our growth, deepening our impact, and delivering strong returns for our shareholders. Thank you for your continued belief in our mission. Warm regards, John Belizaire Chief Executive Officer Soluna Holdings, Inc. Soluna's glossary of terms can be found here. Safe Harbor Statement This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as 'will,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'future,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'estimates,' 'confident' and similar statements. Other examples of forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements of Soluna's plans and objectives, including with respect to the development of Project Kati and our expectations with respect to the amount of renewable energy capacity Project Kati will deliver. Soluna may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ('SEC'), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about Soluna's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, further information regarding which is included in the Company's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of the press release, and Soluna Holdings, Inc. undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. About Soluna Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SLNH) Soluna is on a mission to make renewable energy a global superpower, using computing as a catalyst. The company designs, develops, and operates digital infrastructure that transforms surplus renewable energy into global computing resources. Soluna's pioneering data centers are strategically co-located with wind, solar, or hydroelectric power plants to support high-performance computing applications, including Bitcoin Mining, Generative AI, and other compute-intensive applications. Soluna's proprietary software MaestroOS(™) helps energize a greener grid while delivering cost-effective and sustainable computing solutions and superior returns. To learn more, visit and follow us on: Soluna regularly posts important information on its website and encourages investors and potential investors to consult the Soluna investor relations and investor resources sections of its website regularly.

Soluna Inks $20M from Spring Lane Capital to Launch Project Kati 1
Soluna Inks $20M from Spring Lane Capital to Launch Project Kati 1

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time11-06-2025

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Soluna Inks $20M from Spring Lane Capital to Launch Project Kati 1

BUSINESS WIRE)--Soluna Holdings, Inc. ('Soluna' or the 'Company'), (NASDAQ: SLNH), a developer of green data centers for intensive computing applications, including Bitcoin mining and AI, today announced financing from Spring Lane Capital ('SLC') for a 35 megawatt (MW) phase of Project Kati, Soluna's 2nd behind-the-meter data center project. Spring Lane Capital, a private equity firm providing hybrid project capital for sustainability solutions, has entered into a term sheet to lead the financing round with a commitment of at least $20 million. Spring Lane Capital is also an investor in Projects Dorothy 1A and Dorothy 2 and has been an important supporter of Soluna's efforts to accelerate the convergence of renewable energy and high-performance computing. In addition, Spring Lane Capital and Soluna signed an agreement to extend up to $100M of additional project-level capital for Soluna's growing pipeline. John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna Holdings, stated, 'Spring Lane Capital has been a trusted and strategic partner throughout our growth. We're proud to continue that momentum with Project Kati — a partnership on a facility that marks an exciting new phase for Soluna, with multiple projects moving forward in parallel. This investment accelerates our ability to deploy scalable, clean, compute where the energy grid needs it most.' 'Soluna continues to be at the forefront of converting otherwise curtailed or wasted renewable energy into clean computing solutions, particularly for crypto mining and AI applications, at a time when we need it most,' said Rob Day, Co-Founder and Partner, Spring Lane Capital. 'We are proud to be an early and ongoing supporter of Soluna as they take another step toward sustainable high-performance computing and meeting green data center demand.' Soluna Unveils Initial Financing Plan for Project Kati 1: The financing will facilitate the construction of the first 35MW of the 83MW phase of Kati 1, which expands Soluna's Texas fleet for Bitcoin Hosting. Financial Structure and Equity Ownership: Under the non-binding term sheet, Soluna expects to secure at least $20 million from SLC, fully covering the project's funding needs, including working capital. Kati 1 continues the superior waterfall structure and enhanced management and development fees, allowing Soluna to benefit from substantial current income during the construction and operational phases. Construction Timeline: The parties intend to complete definitive documentation and commence Project Kati 1 construction in Q3 2025, with the goal of achieving initial energization and ramp-up by Q1 2026. Capacity and Technology: The new facility is designed to accommodate approximately 12,000 next-generation Bitcoin mining rigs. SLC's Expanded Financial Support: SLC and Soluna signed an agreement to extend up to $100M of additional project-level capital for Soluna's growing data center pipeline for Bitcoin and AI, subject to certain conditions precedent. Fund 2 Investment: SLC is deploying capital from its second private equity fund, Spring Lane Capital Fund II, which is twice the size of its initial fund. The fund is lined up to provide up to $4 million in Development Expenditure (DevEx) financing for Soluna's long-lead equipment purchases. Project Approvals: Kati 1 already has all the necessary ERCOT planning approvals. An ERCOT model update will be submitted at least 90 days before energization. 'Our pipeline conversion rate is now higher than in previous years. With over 650 MW in our development phase, Spring Lane's continued support is more than welcome. We have now expanded beyond an idea – using colocated data centers to solve curtailment – to a burgeoning digital infrastructure platform,' John Belizaire continued. In keeping with its tradition of honoring women scientists, Soluna named Project Kati after Katalin 'Kati' Karikó, the pioneering Hungarian scientist whose groundbreaking work made mRNA-based therapies and modern vaccines possible. For more information, visit Soluna's glossary of terms can be found here. Safe Harbor Statement This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as 'will,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'future,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'estimates,' 'confident' and similar statements. Other examples of forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements of Soluna's plans and objectives, including with respect to the SLC financings, including the expected terms of such financings and the amounts that are expected to be available thereunder, the development of Project Kati and our expectations with respect to the amount of renewable energy capacity Project Kati will deliver. Soluna may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ('SEC'), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about Soluna's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, further information regarding which is included in the Company's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of the press release, and Soluna Holdings, Inc. undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. About Soluna Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SLNH) Soluna is on a mission to make renewable energy a global superpower, using computing as a catalyst. The company designs, develops, and operates digital infrastructure that transforms surplus renewable energy into global computing resources. Soluna's pioneering data centers are strategically co-located with wind, solar, or hydroelectric power plants to support high-performance computing applications, including Bitcoin Mining, Generative AI, and other compute-intensive applications. Soluna's proprietary software MaestroOS(™) helps energize a greener grid while delivering cost-effective and sustainable computing solutions and superior returns. To learn more, visit and follow us on: Soluna regularly posts important information on its website and encourages investors and potential investors to consult the Soluna investor relations and investor resources sections of its website regularly. About Spring Lane Capital Spring Lane Capital is a private equity firm based in Boston, MA and Montreal, QC focused on providing hybrid project capital for sustainability solutions in the energy, food, water, waste, and transportation industries. The firm's structured financial model seeks to tap into some of the fastest-growing segments of these markets that more traditional forms of project capital cannot access due to their scale and the limitations of existing investment models – the so-called 'Missing Middle'. Spring Lane's pioneering 'Developer U' is a first of its kind effort to build the ecosystem of developers of sustainable infrastructure projects. For more information, please visit

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