UNITED
STATES
SECURITIES
AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington,
D.C. 20549
FORM
10-K
☒
Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For
the fiscal year ended December 31 , 2024
or
☐
Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For
the transition period from ______________ to ______________
Commission
file number : 000-27407
BIMERGEN
ENERGY CORPORATION
(Exact
Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
Delaware
93-3419812
(State
or Other Jurisdiction of
(I.R.S.
Employer
Incorporation
or Organization)
Identification
No.)
895
Dove Street , Suite 300
Newport
Beach , CA 92660
(Address
of principal executive offices, Zip Code)
Telephone:
(855) 777-0888
(Registrant’s
telephone number, including area code)
Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title
of each class
Trading
Symbol(s)
Name
of each exchange on which registered
None.
Securities
registered under Section 12(g) of the Exchange Act:
Common
Stock ($0.001 Par Value)
(Title
of Each Class)
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by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ☐ No ☒
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by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2)
has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒ No ☐
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by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule
405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant
was required to submit such files). Yes ☒ No ☐
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or an emerging growth company. See definition of “large accelerated filer,” accelerated filer” “smaller reporting
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accelerated filer ☐
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filer ☐
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reporting company ☒
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with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
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of its internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered
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The
aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates computed by reference to the price at which
the common equity was last sold was approximately $ 10,000,000 as of the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed
second fiscal quarter. For purposes of this computation, all officers, directors, and 10% beneficial owners of the registrant are deemed
to be affiliates. Such determination should not be deemed to be an admission that such officers, directors, or 10% beneficial owners
are, in fact, affiliates of the registrant.
At
May 21, 2025, there were 5,139,704
shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding (the only class of voting common stock).
*All share amounts and per share amounts reflect
a reverse stock split of the outstanding shares of our Common Stock at a ratio of 1-for-140 effected on February 3, 2025.
DOCUMENTS
INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
None .
NOTE
ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The
information in this Annual Report contains forward-looking statements and information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities
Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange
Act”), which are subject to the “safe harbor” created by those sections. The words “anticipates,” “believes,”
“estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “projects,”
“will,” “should,” “could,” “predicts,” “potential,” “continue,”
“would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements
contain these identifying words. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in the Company’s forward-looking
statements and you should not place undue reliance on the Company’s forward-looking statements. Actual results or events could
differ materially from the plans, intentions and expectations disclosed in the forward-looking statements that we make. The forward-looking
statements are applicable only as of the date on which they are made, and we do not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking
statements. All forward-looking statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K are made based on the Company’s current expectations,
forecasts, estimates and assumptions, and involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause results or events to differ
materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. In evaluating these statements, you should specifically consider various
factors, uncertainties and risks that could affect the Company’s future results or operations. These factors, uncertainties and
risks may cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from any forward-looking statement set forth in this Annual Report
on Form 10-K. You should carefully consider these risk and uncertainties described and other information contained in the reports we
file with or furnish to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) before making any investment decision with respect
to the Company’s securities. All forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on the Company’s behalf
are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
PART I
Item
1.
Business
4
Item
1A.
Risk Factors
14
Item
1B.
Unresolved Staff Comments
14
Item
1C.
Cybersecurity
14
Item
2.
Properties
15
Item
3.
Legal Proceedings
15
Item
4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
16
PART II
Item
5.
Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
17
Item
6.
Reserved
19
Item
7.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
19
Item
7A.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
29
Item
8.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
29
Item
9.
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosures
45
Item
9A.
Controls and Procedures
45
Item
9B.
Other Information
46
Item
9C.
Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections
46
PART III
Item
10.
Directors, Executive Officer and Corporate Governance
46
Item
11.
Executive Compensation
51
Item
12.
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
55
Item
13.
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
56
Item
14.
Principal Accountant Fees and Services
57
PART IV
Item
15.
Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules
58
Item
16.
Form 10-K Summary
59
Signatures
60
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PART
I
ITEM
1. BUSINESS
Bimergen
Energy Corporation (the “Company”, “we” or “us”) was incorporated under the laws of Delaware on March
4, 1998. In connection with the Company’s planned expansion of its business following the completion of the acquisition of Bitech
Mining Corporation, a Wyoming corporation (“BTM”), the Company amended to its Certificate of Incorporation on April
29, 2022 to change its corporate name to Bitech Technologies Corporation. On January 28, 2025, the Company filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Certificate to Incorporation to: (i) effect
a reverse stock split of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”) at a ratio of 1 post-split share
for every 140 pre-split shares; and (ii) to change the name of the Company to Bimergen Energy Corporation.
We
are a renewable energy project developer dedicated to enabling the clean energy transition and providing critical grid stability via
solutions across a range of applications through our portfolio of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and solar development
projects. In April 2024, we acquired a portfolio of development-stage BESS and solar energy projects from Emergen Energy LLC (“Emergen”),
making us the project owner of 23 development stage utility-scale BESS projects with an estimated cumulative storage capacity of 1.965
gigawatts (GW) and 13 development stage solar energy projects with an anticipated cumulative generation capacity of 1.640 GW (collectively,
the “Development Projects”) once constructed and operational.
Our
primary business objective is to become a grid-balancing operator by developing, commercializing, and operating a diversified portfolio
of BESS and solar energy projects. We aim to leverage by partnering with advanced BESS technologies and Energy Management Systems (EMS)
to address the critical challenges associated with the integration of renewable energy into the electrical grid, particularly the imbalance
between energy supply and demand caused by the intermittent nature of solar and wind resources. This approach aligns with the increasing
demand for grid stability in regions with high penetration of renewable energy, where imbalances between peak solar generation and peak
energy demand create revenue opportunities through energy storage and dispatch. We plan to store excess energy generated during periods
of low demand and dispatch it during peak demand periods, thereby enhancing grid stability and efficiency. Upon reaching commercial operation,
we hope to play a key role in stabilizing grid demand and supporting renewable energy integration through energy arbitrage and ancillary
services.
Core
Business in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Our
core business is anchored in the development and operation of BESS projects, which are strategically designed to mitigate the energy
imbalances and power deficits observed in markets with substantial solar and wind energy generation. This event, often depicted by the
grid balancing, highlights the timing mismatch between peak renewable energy generation and peak electricity demand. As renewable energy
production peaks during daylight hours and declines in the evening when energy demand is highest, supplemental energy supply sources
become increasingly critical. Our BESS projects are positioned to address this imbalance by storing surplus energy during periods of
low demand and releasing it during high-demand periods, capturing value from daily price fluctuations. By purchasing and storing energy
during low-cost, high-supply hours and selling it during high-demand periods when prices are at their peak, known as energy arbitrage
trading, our BESS systems will provide critical support to compensate for the lack of supply from the current outdated energy grid infrastructure.
In
addition to energy arbitrage, our BESS assets are positioned to provide essential grid services, including frequency regulation, voltage
support, and emergency backup during grid outages. Frequency regulation refers to the rapid response to changes in grid frequency, maintaining
stability and preventing potential grid failures. Voltage control enhances the quality and reliability of power supplied to consumers.
The rapid response capabilities also maintain stability for key infrastructure during outages via immediate response to fluctuations
in voltage and frequency. By reducing demand imbalances at peak times, known as peak shaving, we hope to flatten the energy demand and
lower electricity costs for consumers. By integrating advanced EMS controls, we aim to optimize the dispatch timing and increase the
overall economic value of stored energy, delivering both reliable performance efficient operation in dynamic market conditions. Our systems
will enable more flexible and adaptive grid operations, accommodating dynamic energy flows and diverse generation sources. These ancillary
services both relieve grid stress, offer additional potential revenue streams, and maximize likelihood of punctual project development
within budget and ensure product quality standards. We believe we are well- positioned to leverage our existing relationships to secure
multi-year customer contracts prior to project construction and integrate cutting-edge battery technologies as they are developed into
future developments. Our systems will also be capable of deferred infrastructure upgrades, which reduce the need for expensive grid infrastructure
upgrades by efficiently managing local supply and demand.
We
expect our BESS projects to be located alongside traditional power transmission lines or near large offtakers with high energy demands,
enhancing grid stability and reducing energy costs. These locations are suitable for battery storage facilities of approximately thirty
acres and undergo environmental studies and assessments to ensure feasibility. While the letters of intent the Company has entered into
or negotiated for these projects are for specific locations, the Company’s development plans are not dependent on the landowner
or address, but, rather, are county based. The Company believes it could adjust its plans to find a similar, suitable location if it
is unable to negotiate a definitive agreement to develop a project with the landowner.
We
maintain strong relationships with tier-one battery and equipment suppliers, utilities, and power purchasers to optimize transmission
efficiency and lower consumer costs. We believe these partnerships may also help us secure regulatory support, ensure timely project
development within budget, and uphold high product quality standards. Our strategic position allows us to secure multi-year customer
contracts before project construction and integrate emerging battery technologies into future developments. Additionally, our systems
are designed to enable deferred infrastructure upgrades, reducing the need for costly grid enhancements by efficiently managing local
supply and demand.
Development
Projects and Operational Progress
Our
portfolio of Development Projects includes approximately 3.6 GW of alternating current (GWAC) power capacity across various regions served
by Independent System Operators (ISOs) such as ERCOT, WECC, PJM, and MISO. These regions have been selected strategically based on favorable
market conditions, grid infrastructure, and regulatory environments conducive to renewable energy integration. In connection with the
Emergen transaction, we have secured rights to comprehensive “Work Product” Intangible assets essential for project development,
including but not limited to: feasibility studies determining capacity and compatibility, establishing a production model of the project
parameters, identifying any curtailment for the project, power flow site verification and substation identification, permitting and regulatory
compliance documentation, engineering designs, equipment procurement plans, site preparation guidelines, and noting project specific
challenges.
Subsequent
to positive feasibility studies is the process of legal formation, analyzing and negotiating site control/surface and materials, and
identifying engineering requirements for construction, identifying and negotiating interconnection to the grid, identifying tax abatements,
and identifying permitting and study requirements, and noting additional project specific challenges. These assets provide a robust foundation
for advancing our projects through the development lifecycle efficiently and effectively. We are in the process of negotiating grid interconnection
agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable grid codes and standards, registering our projects for market participation, and coordinating
with ISOs to align dispatch and grid service requirements. In addition, we are actively engaging with these ISOs to address cybersecurity
compliance and to develop comprehensive monitoring and reporting frameworks, which are essential for maintaining operational integrity
and grid support.
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Our
Redbird and Wildfire projects are currently the most advanced within our portfolio and are ready to proceed to the financing and construction
phases. We are actively pursuing project-level debt and equity financing to fund the construction and/or operationalization of these
projects. Upon securing financing, of which there can be no assurance we will be able to do so or do so on terms favorable to us, we
intend to execute binding agreements with key counterparties, initiate site preparation activities, and commence construction in accordance
with our development timelines. As part of the rights to the Work Product and continued development, we identify and negotiate with the
appropriate counterparts in the specific project, but do not enter into binding contracts until specific project financing is obtained
so as to not create liabilities before project financing is secured. We recognize the importance of managing risks associated with project
development, including regulatory, technical, financial, and market risks. Our approach involves conducting thorough feasibility studies,
engaging in proactive stakeholder consultations, and maintaining flexibility in project planning. We do not enter into binding contracts
related to site control, equipment procurement, or construction until project-specific financing is secured, mitigating financial exposure.
The next steps for these projects will include executing contracts with key counterparties, purchasing equipment, and initiating the
construction process. Our current project pipeline consists of multiple BESS initiatives, with an estimated development timeline spanning
eight to nine years.
BESS
Market
The
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) industry is young but has experienced significant growth in the United States, driven by the integration
of renewable energy, the need for grid stability, and various economic and policy incentives. According to Energy Storage News in March
2024, BESS installations “surged” with a 96% increase in cumulative capacity in 2023.
According
to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) report in January 2024, the U.S. battery storage capacity has been growing since
2021 and could increase by 89% by the end of 2024 if developers bring all of the energy storage systems they have planned on line by
their intended commercial operation dates. Developers currently plan to expand U.S. battery capacity to more than 30 gigawatts (GW) by
the end of 2024, a capacity that would exceed those of petroleum liquids, geothermal, wood and wood waste, or landfill gas.
Battery
Energy Storage Systems (BESS) play a crucial role in managing the grid, and their importance is expected to increase as more electrification
and AI data centers are installed across the United States and the world. In June 2024, Bloomberg
data revealed electricity demands from AI data centers are outstepping the available power supply in many parts of the world as AI wreaks
havoc on global power systems. The sharp increase in demand for AI clusters has resulted in a notable emphasis on data center capacity,
placing significant strain on the power grid, generation capabilities, and environmental concerns. With this surge in demand for
electricity, there is a corresponding need for efficient storage systems to balance supply and demand on the grid. The current benefits
of BESS towards the grids are as follows:
●
Grid
Stability : BESS provides grid stabilization by balancing supply and demand, reducing the likelihood of blackouts and enhancing
the reliability of the electrical grid.
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●
Renewable
Energy Integration : BESS allows for the efficient integration of renewable energy sources like solar and wind by storing excess
energy and releasing it when needed.
●
Peak
Shaving : BESS helps reduce peak demand charges for utilities and consumers by discharging stored energy during high-demand periods.
●
Reduction
of Fossil Fuel Dependence : By enabling more renewable energy use, BESS decreases the reliance on fossil fuel-based power generation,
reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
●
Emergency
Backup : BESS provides critical backup power during emergencies and natural disasters, ensuring continuous power supply for essential
services.
As
we progress towards optimizing BESS operations for the future, several advantages become apparent:
●
Grid
Decentralization : Future BESS deployments will support a more decentralized grid, empowering local communities with greater energy
independence and resilience.
●
Cost
Reduction : Advances in battery techs and economies of scale will continue to drive down the costs of BESS, making it more accessible
and cost-effective for widespread use.
●
Enhanced
Renewable Penetration : With improved storage capabilities, BESS will support even higher levels of renewable energy penetration,
facilitating the transition to a fully renewable energy grid.
●
Electric
Vehicle (EV) Integration : BESS will play a crucial role in managing the increased demand from EVs, enabling efficient charging
infrastructure and energy management.
The
BESS market is projected to grow exponentially, making it a massive and lucrative market. However, despite its rapid growth, there are
currently limited players involved in this sector. Management believes this situation presents an opportunity for companies with extensive
development and operating experience like Bimergen Energy today to enter and capitalize on this expanding market. As the US continues
to transition towards cleaner energy sources, BESS systems will become even more critical in ensuring a stable and resilient power grid
while reducing carbon emissions. We believe it is an exciting time for the BESS industry with immense potential for growth and innovation.
A
report released in May 2024 by Aurora Energy Research on the use of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the ERCOT Market stated
that these facilities have played a crucial role in Texas’ energy supply by providing dependable and affordable power during periods
of high demand.
In
February 2024, Canary Media issued a report stating that Texas will add more grid batteries in any other states in 2024. Due to its affordable
land and thriving market, which are highly desirable for energy storage companies, the state of Texas is expected to surpass California
in battery installations this year. In May 2024, the media company added that Texas rolled into 2024 with some 5.1 gigawatts of energy
storage online, second only to mighty California. However, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) predicts Texas will complete
another 6.4 gigawatts this year, outstripping California’s 5.2 gigawatts of new construction.
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As
a new technology enabler, we offer an array of advanced green energy technology solutions embedded
with advanced BESS application for enterprises with projects applying our in-house technology innovation using system integration approach,
aiming to generate scalable technology revenue.
Emergen
Energy Acquisition
On
April 14, 2024, the Company, Emergen Energy LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Emergen”), Bridgelink Development,
LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Bridgelink”) and C & C Johnson Holdings LLC, the sole member of Bridgelink
(“C&C”) entered into a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement (the “MIPA”) (the “Business Combination”).
On
April 24, 2024 (the “Closing”) the Company completed the acquisition of Emergen pursuant to the MIPA whereby the Company
issued 1,587,300 unregistered shares of its common stock to Emergen’s sole member, C&C Johnson Holdings LLC (“C&C”)
in exchange for 100% of Emergen’s equity interests. C&C is controlled by Cole Johnson who became our President and a director
following the Closing as well as the President of the Company’s BESS and Solar Divisions. In addition, Emergen became a wholly
owned subsidiary of the Company with C&C’s owning approximately 31.3% of the Company’s issued and outstanding shares
of the Company’s capital stock.
Originally,
in a letter agreement executed and disclosed in January 2024 the above acquisition was contingent upon the parties entering into a definitive
agreement which would contain certain conditions to close, including a commitment for a capital investment or other financing transaction
of not less than $50,000,000 (the “Capital Infusion”) prior to closing. This Capital Infusion condition was negotiated out
of the acquisition definitive agreement.
Emergen
holds a portfolio of battery energy storage system (“BESS”) projects identified in the MIPA with a cumulative storage capacity
estimated at 1.965 gigawatts (GW) upon completion of the construction of such project (the “BESS Development Projects”) and
rights to develop a portfolio of solar energy development projects with a cumulative capacity estimated at 3.840 GW upon completion of
construction of such project (the “Solar Development Projects,” together with the BESS Development Projects, collectively,
the “Development Projects”). The Company agreed that following the Closing, the Company would take all commercially reasonable
steps necessary to uplist the Company to the NASDAQ stock exchange. The Company’s uplist to NASDAQ in connection with the consummation
of the offering contemplated in this prospectus will satisfy the terms set forth in the Closing.
We
plan to raise the working capital and project specific financing we need to commence the Development Projects through future debt and
equity financing. As of the date of this prospectus we have not established a reasonable expectation of both financing and completion
of any of the Development Projects.
Development
Projects are the result of a significant amount of feasibility studies determining capacity and compatibility, establishing production
model of the project parameters, identifying any curtailment for the project, power flowsite verification and substation identification,
and noting project specific challenges. Subsequent to positive feasibility studies is the development process of legal formation, analyzing
and negotiating site control/surface and materials, identifying engineering requirements before construction, identifying and negotiating
interconnection to the grid, identifying tax abatements, identifying permitting and study requirements, and noting project specific challenges.
We identify and negotiate with the appropriate counterparts in the specific project but do not enter into binding contracts until specific
project financing is obtained. Currently we have no binding contracts for our development projects.
Through
Emergen, Bimergen Energy management will determine which projects will be developed and when, how financing arrangements will be pursued
and accepted, and whether a project may be sold instead of developed, and the criteria for establishing the sale price.
Emergen
was formed on April 4, 2024 and had no operating activity but held the Development Projects. The Development Projects were assigned to
Emergen on April 23, 2024 with no cost basis and deemed to be intangible
From
an accounting perspective, we treated the transaction as an acquisition of assets versus a business combination due to the lack of any
operations. Also, the projects that were purchased in the acquisition were development stage and deemed to not be tangible assets under
FASB 805-10-20 and have classified these as intangible assets with indefinite useful lives and are not amortized but are tested for impairment
annually, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate the assets may be impaired. To the extent that an intangible
asset is successfully developed into a revenue-generating asset, it will be relieved over time in the same time period as the property,
plant and equipment purchased to have the project become a revenue-generating project. To the extent that an intangible asset is not
successfully developed into a revenue-generating assets, it will be considered impaired and charged to operations at that time. The Company
valued the transaction at the value of $22,222,200, the value of the restricted stock ($14.00 closing price per share on April 24, 2024)
issued as consideration for Emergen. Emergen had no liabilities associated with it at the time of the transaction.
In
December 2023, Bimergen received an initial purchase order from a strategic customer to implement a Building
Energy Management System (BEMS) Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Program designed to save electricity for approximately 4,000 multi-dwelling
units (MDUs). This customer is working with PJM, a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) that coordinates the movement of wholesale
electricity in the District of Columbia in the U.S. and all or parts of 13 states including Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland,
Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia. We believe that our BEMS solutions can
benefit building owners who get paid by RTOs for energy saving bonuses, which is in alignment with federal reward programs initiated
by the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE). Our real time BEMS solutions are being designed to reduce energy consumption and enhance personalized
temperature control options and comfort levels for tenants living in these MDUs. As of the date of this filing, the customer has yet
to make the payment for us to commence production on this project and there has been no update since receipt of the purchase order.
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On
May 30, 2024, Emergen entered into a Project Sale Agreement (“Agreement”) with Bridgelink for an estimated 2.425 GW of Emergen’s
estimated 3.840 GW of solar energy development projects. Bridgelink has sold these greenfield projects, along with projects in its own
portfolio, to an unrelated third party (“Purchaser”) which also executed that agreement on May 30, 2024. The total amount
to be received by Emergen for the projects sold to Bridgelink is $19,400,000, provided the projects achieve a Point of Interconnection
and subsequently obtain all Necessary Land Rights. Bridgelink retains the option to transfer or return certain or all projects within
ten (10) days written notice to Emergen. A deposit from Bridgelink will be received within five business days of the execution of the
agreement for $943,500 and Emergen will pay 62.5% ($589,687.50) to Energy Independent Partners LLC, a Delaware limited liability company,
(“EIP”) in accordance with the Project Management Services Agreement by and between (i) Bimergen Energy; (ii) Emergen; and
(iii) EIP and the remaining 37.5% (353,812.50) of the proceeds shall remain with Emergen. The remaining proceeds of $18,456,500 shall
be received within five business days of when Bridgelink receives milestone payments from the Purchaser for these projects. This Agreement
is still in effect and there have been no changes to the Agreement. The $943,500 deposit was paid to Emergen in June 2024.
In
the event that Purchaser, under the purchase agreement decides to transfer any Project along with its interests to Bridgelink or any
creditworthy entity designated by Bridgelink (“Returned Project”), Bridgelink shall provide written notice to Emergen within
ten (10) business days of receipt of such notice from the Purchaser and Bridgelink shall convey, transfer, assign, deliver, and contribute
over certain rights and interests to the Returned Project to Emergen within ten (10) business days of receipt of such Returned Project,
unless otherwise agreed upon by Emergen in writing. For clarity, any creditworthy entity designated by Bridgelink shall be confirmed
in writing by Emergen. Bridgelink is to receive payment from the Purchaser no later than March 31 of the year following each calendar
year end for any milestones that have been achieved during that calendar year. Emergen is to receive payment within five days from Bridgelink
receiving payment from the Purchaser. Effective December 31, 2024, Emergen and Bridgelink amended the Agreement to provide that Bridgelink could only return
a Project if it has not yet made a milestone payment to Emergen on prior to the seventh (7th) anniversary of the Effective Date of the
Agreement
The
Projects sold by Emergen to Bridgelink are in what are termed as “Greenfield Projects.” With respect to each Greenfield Project,
Emergen will be paid:
(i)
$5,000 per megawatt (in alternating current) measured at the Point of Interconnection after such Greenfield Project has secured all necessary
land rights as determined in good faith ($12,125,000 for the estimated 2,425 megawatts sold); and
(ii)
$3,000 per megawatt (in alternating current) measured at the Point of Interconnection when the relevant Greenfield Project has achieved
ready-to-build (RTB) status as determined in good faith ($7,275,000 for the estimated 2,435 megawatts sold.
There
is no specified timeframe for the milestones to be achieved.
The
deposit has been recorded as proceeds received on sale of intangible assets - subject to return rights until there is no longer a right
to return the Projects. The remainder of the transaction is disclosed as a footnote to the financial statements but not recorded within
the financial statements. All payments that are received will be recorded as proceeds received on sale of intangible assets - subject
to return rights with proper footnote explanation of the transaction and will not be recorded as revenue until the right Bridgelink to
return the Project and request a full refund no longer exists. There are no other sale contingencies besides those disclosed herein.
The
following agreements were entered into on the date of Closing as provided for in the MIPA:
Project
Management Services Agreement
At
the Closing, the Company and Emergen entered into a Project Management Services Agreement (the “PMSA”) with Energy Independent
Partners LLC (“Energy Independent Partners”), an entity owned or controlled by Mr. Johnson. Pursuant to the terms of the
PMSA, Energy Independent Partners is obligated to provide the following project management services in connection with the development
and operation of each of the Development Projects (collectively, the “Services”): (i) assist as needed with qualifying the
Development Projects for financing; (ii) assist as needed with obtaining all permits required for development of the Development Projects
which have sufficient rights to use all necessary real property, and for which the applicable draft interconnection agreement has been
received for the Development Projects (“RTB Status”); and (iii) if Emergen foregoes the development of a Development Project,
Energy Independent Partners will assist the Company as needed with marketing the Development Project to a third party or develop and
retain the Development Project outside of Emergen.
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Payment
for Service. The Issuer agreed to pay Energy Independent Partners the following fees for providing the Services:
BESS
Development Fees . In consideration of the provision of the Services related to the BESS Development
Projects, and subject to the terms and conditions herein, during the Term, Bitech shall pay EIP the following amounts per BESS Development
Project: $0.035 per W for each applicable BESS Development Project, subject to such BESS Development Project achieving sufficient project
specific equity or debt financing from third parties to fund the payment of the fees (“BESS Development Fees”). Currently,
the Company is focusing on developing the BESS projects and the total fees related to all 23 of the BESS projects would be the $0.035
per watt multiplied by the estimated capacity 1.965 GW (1,965,000,000 watts) or approximately $69 million.
Solar
Development Fees . In consideration of the provision of the Services related to the Solar
Development Projects, and subject to the terms and conditions herein, during the Term, Bitech shall pay EIP the following amounts per
Solar Development Project: $0.035 per W for each applicable Solar Development Project, subject to such Solar Development Project achieving
sufficient project specific equity or debt financing from third parties to fund the payment of the fees (“Solar Development Fees”).
The Solar projects still in the Emergen portfolio have an estimated capacity of 1.640 GW and would have Solar Development Fees of approximately
$57 million if developed.
If any Development Projects pursuant to the Agreement are sold by Emergen
to a third-party then EIP would be due the greater of: (i) any unpaid project’s specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development
Fees defined in the PMSA agreement; or (ii) 62.5% of the proceeds less any project specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development
Fees paid previously.
Other
Development Fees . For each other renewable energy development asset held by the Company, which are neither BESS Development Projects
nor Solar Development Projects, located in the United States in which the Company engages during the term of the PMSA (the “Other
Development Projects”), the Company shall pay Energy Independent Partners the higher of either (a) fifty percent (50%) of the gross
margin or (b) $0.02 per watt in cash, subject to such Other Development Project achieving RTB Status (the “Other Development Fees”).
Timing
of Payment of Fees
The BESS Development Fees shall be due and payable upon (i) Bitech, or
any of its Affiliates, receiving project financing directly related to and collateralized by BESS Projects, this specifically excludes
any general public or private offerings by Bitech not directly related to financing a BESS Project, and (ii) when a BESS Project’s
financing funding terms is sufficient to pay the project specific Development Fees. EIP will be paid on the same timing as the funding
terms. For example: if the terms for development fees are 50% at acceptance, 40% RTB and 10% at COD then EIP will be paid as the project
development fees are funded.
These
fees will be recorded as liabilities once the above contingencies and milestones are met, the most important being that of appropriate
project financing enabling payment of these fees.
Acceleration
of Payment Clause: Within ninety (90) days (i) of the effective date of a Change of Control or (ii) the removal of Cole W. Johnson
as an employee or consultant to Emergen and/or the head of the BESS and Solar Division of Bimergen Energy, 62.5% of any remaining
BESS and Solare Development Fees shall become due and payable. A “Change of Control” shall be deemed to have occurred
if, after the Effective Date, (x) the beneficial ownership (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended (the “Exchange Act”)) of securities representing more than 50% of the combined voting power of the Company is
acquired by any “person” as defined in sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Exchange Act (other than the Company, any
subsidiary of the Company, or any trustee or other fiduciary holding securities under an employee benefit plan of the Company); (y)
the merger or consolidation of the Company with or into another corporation where the shareholders of the Company, immediately prior
to the consolidation or merger, would not, immediately after the consolidation or merger, beneficially own (as such term is defined
in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, shares representing in the aggregate 50% or more of the combined
voting power of the securities of the corporation issuing cash or securities in the consolidation or merger (or of its ultimate
parent corporation, if any) in substantially the same proportion as their ownership of the Company immediately prior to such merger
or consolidation; or (z) the sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of the Company’s assets to an entity, other
than a sale or disposition by the Company of all or substantially all of the Company’s assets to an entity, at least 50% of
the combined voting power of the voting securities of which are owned directly or indirectly by shareholders of the Company,
immediately prior to the sale or disposition, in substantially the same proportion as their ownership of the Company immediately
prior to such sale or disposition.
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If any Development Projects pursuant to the Agreement are sold by Emergen
to a third-party then EIP would be due the greater of: (i) any unpaid project’s specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development
Fees defined in Section 2.06; or (ii) 62.5% of the proceeds less any project specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development Fees
paid previously.
The
timing and other requirements for the payment of Other Development Fees shall be as agreed in writing by the parties to the PMSA via
an addendum to the PMSA prior to the parties undertaking such Other Development Projects.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the PMSA, in addition to the other
requirements therein, payment of the BESS Development Fees, the Solar Development Fees and any Other Development Fees is further contingent
upon Cole W. Johnson (a) remaining an employee or consultant to Emergen and/or the head of the BESS and Solar Division of the Company
and/or (b) as an interest owner in the Energy Independent Partners during the period of time in which the applicable BESS Development
Fees, the Solar Development Fees or Other Development Fees are payable. Subject to the foregoing, the BESS Development Fees, the Solar
Development Fees or Other Development Fees are payable within ten (10) days of satisfaction of the conditions to payment as discussed
above.
Payment
for Sale of Development Projects . In the event the Company decides not to proceed with any Development Project(s), the Company may
elect to sell such Development Project(s) to one or more third parties. In such event, the Company and Energy Independent Partners agree
to a sales price for the applicable Development Project being sold, and provided that the parties to the PMSA agree that any sale agreement
for such Development Projects shall provide that the buyer thereof shall remain obligated to pay to Energy Independent Partners the BESS
Development Fees and/or the Solar Development Fee(s), as applicable, to the extent not already paid by the Company hereunder, unless
otherwise agreed upon by the Company and Energy Independent Partners.
Termination .
The PMSA may be terminated at any time prior to the expiration of its term: (a) by the mutual written consent of the parties; (b) by
the Company if Energy Independent Partners has violated or breached any of the covenants or agreements of Energy Independent Partners
set forth therein, or any of the representations or warranties of Energy Independent Partners set forth in the PMSA has become inaccurate
or untrue, which violation, breach, inaccuracy or untruth, if reasonable capable of cure, has not been cured by Energy Independent Partners,
within 20 business days after receipt by Energy Independent Partners of written notice thereof from the Company; (c) by Energy Independent
Partners if the Company or Emergen has violated or breached any of the covenants or agreements of the Company or Emergen set forth in
the PMSA, or any of the representations or warranties of the Company or Emergen set forth in the PMSA has become inaccurate or untrue,
which violation, breach, inaccuracy or untruth, if reasonable capable of cure, has not been cured by the Company or Emergen, within 20
business days after receipt by the Company of written notice thereof from Energy Independent Partners; or (d) by any party, if a court
of competent jurisdiction or other governmental authority shall have issued an order or taken any other action permanently restraining,
enjoining or otherwise prohibiting the Combination or the transactions contemplated by the PMSA and such order or action shall have become
final and nonappealable. Any of the Parties has a right to seek specific performance of the other parties’ obligations under the
PMSA in lieu of its right to terminate the agreement.
Indemnification .
Subject to certain limitations provided for in the PMSA, each of the parties to the PMSA mutually agreed to indemnify and hold harmless
each other and each of their affiliates and each of their respective members, managers, partners, directors, officers, employees, stockholders,
attorneys and agents and permitted assignees to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, against and in respect of any and all
losses incurred or sustained by such party as a result of or in connection with (i) any breach, inaccuracy or nonfulfillment or the alleged
breach, inaccuracy or nonfulfillment of any of the representations, warranties, covenants and agreements of the other party contained
in the PMSA or in any of the additional agreements or any certificate or other writing delivered pursuant hereto; or (ii) any claim for
brokerage commissions in connection with the transactions contemplated hereby as a result of the actions or agreements of the other party
or any of their representatives.
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The
Company acquired BTM on March 31, 2022 (the “Closing Date”) through a share exchange pursuant to a Share Exchange
Agreement (the “Share Exchange Agreement”) by and among the Company, BTM, each of BTM’s shareholders
(each, a “Seller” and collectively, the “Sellers”), and Benjamin Tran, solely in his capacity as Sellers’
Representative (“Sellers’ Representative”). The transaction contemplated by the Share Exchange Agreement is hereinafter
referred to as the “Share Exchange”). The Share Exchange Agreement provides that the Company will acquire from the Sellers,
an aggregate of 673,659 shares of BTM’s Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share, representing 100% of the issued and
outstanding shares of BTM (collectively, the “BTM Shares”). In consideration of the BTM Shares,
the Company issued to the Sellers an aggregate of 9,000,000 shares of the Company’s newly authorized Series A Convertible Preferred
Stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Series A Preferred Stock”). Each BTM Share shall be entitled to receive
0.09543 shares of Series A Preferred Stock. Each share of Series A Preferred Stock shall automatically convert into 0.385541 shares (an
aggregate of approximately 3,469,867) of the Company’s Common Stock (the “Company Common Stock”) upon filing of an
amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation increasing the number of the Company’s authorized common stock so that there are
a sufficient number of shares of Company Common Stock authorized but unissued to permit a full conversion of all the Series A Preferred
Stock. Effective as of June 27, 2022, the Series A Preferred Stock automatically converted into 3,469,866 shares of Company Common Stock
following the June 27, 2022 filing of an amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation increasing the number of the Company’s authorized
common stock to 1,000,000,000 shares. Upon conversion of the Series A Preferred Stock, the Sellers held, in the aggregate, approximately
96% of the issued and outstanding shares of Company capital stock on a fully diluted basis.
The
Share Exchange was treated as a recapitalization and reverse acquisition for financial reporting purposes, and BTM is considered
the acquirer for accounting purposes. As a result of the Share Exchange and the change in our business and operations, a discussion of
the past financial results of our predecessor, Spine Injury Solutions Inc., is not pertinent, and under applicable accounting principles,
the historical financial results of BTM, the accounting acquirer, prior to the Share Exchange are considered our historical
financial results.
Prior
to March 31, 2022, we were engaged in the business of owning, developing and leasing the Quad Video Halo video recording system (“QVH”)
used to record medical procedures including the collection of accounts receivables related to previously provided spine injury diagnostic
services (collectively, the “QVH Business”). On June 30, 2022, we sold the assets related to the QVH Business.
Core
Business in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Our
core business plan is focused on sustainable revenue growth through the successful commercialization of our BESS and solar projects,
following our recent acquisition of Emergen Energy LLC. This acquisition has given us Development Projects of an estimated 3.6 GWAC power
capacity from our BESS and solar project pipeline, each of which are strategically located in various ISO’s we are currently collaborating
with. In addition to these large utility-scale projects, we are actively exploring potential joint ventures and partnerships with operating
partners to generate further revenue streams from our BESS operations. Our Technology Enabler Solutions division is also expected to
contribute to our revenue growth through in-house technology innovations and strategic mergers and acquisitions targeting specific green
energy applications. These initiatives align with our overall strategy of developing utility-scale renewable energy projects to meet
the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions with emphasis in microgrid as strategic unique approach on the market.
Equipment
Suppliers
We
have engaged in discussions with multiple advanced Tier 1 battery energy storage system (BESS) suppliers and other major equipment providers.
These potential suppliers bring several benefits to the table, including a strong emphasis on safety, cost-effectiveness, and a long
lifespan for their products. Additionally, many of these suppliers offer product warranties, providing added assurance to our customers.
At this time, no definitive supplier agreements have been executed
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Energy
Purchasing Customers
We
have taken a proactive approach in expanding its energy business by engaging in thorough discussions with local utility suppliers. These
suppliers are key players in the region’s energy infrastructure, operating both electric transmission and distribution systems.
They boast advanced grid infrastructure and provide electricity and natural gas services to millions of customers across multiple states
including Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Midwest and South regions such as Ohio and West Virginia. By
building strong partnerships with these suppliers, the Company aims to achieve its presence in the energy market and provide reliable
and efficient services to a wider range of customers.
Collaboration
with Independent System Operators (ISOs)
Our
potential BESS customers are key players in the energy industry, such as utility companies, who operate within regions covered by major
entities like the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), California Independent System Operator (CAISO), Western Electricity
Coordination Council (WECC), Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), and PJM Interconnection (PJM). These are some of the largest
and most influential organizations in the United States responsible for managing the transmission and distribution of electricity. They
play a critical role in ensuring reliable access to power for millions of people. Our BESS systems can provide utility companies with
valuable tools for selling and buying stored energy, improving their overall efficiency and resiliency. By partnering with these leading
ISO’s, we can help drive the widespread adoption of sustainable energy solutions across various regions, ultimately working towards
a more sustainable future.
Our
Future Growth Plan
Bimergen
Energy is committed to leveraging our renewable energy platform, technology, leadership, and strong market position to revolutionize
the clean energy sector for a sustainable future. Our growth strategy is multi-faceted, focusing on key initiatives designed to achieve
a market presence, drive innovation, and deliver long-term value to our shareholders.
Expansion
of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
We
will continue to expand our current development pipeline of approximately 2 gigawatts (GW) of BESS in strategically selected regions
of the U.S. in key ISO’s. We expect to expand this pipeline to over 5GW over the next 3-5 years Leadership may choose to accelerate
this goal as we expand the business. We believe this expansion will enhance grid stability and facilitate the integration of renewable
energy sources, addressing the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Grid
Management Enhancement
By
concentrating on specific areas requiring additional support, we aim to enhance grid management capabilities. We believe this effort
will ensure a more reliable and efficient energy distribution network, minimizing disruptions and optimizing energy flow.
Technological
Innovation
Bimergen
Energy will actively pursue partnerships and acquisitions of cutting-edge technology solutions. We believe these initiatives will support
grid balancing and green energy projects, allowing us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the energy sector. Our
commitment to innovation is expected to drive the development of new technologies that support sustainable energy infrastructure.
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Expansion
of Service Offerings
We
plan to broaden our portfolio of value-add services to meet the diverse needs of our potential global customer base. Our planned expanded
service offerings will include product upgrades, performance analysis, risk management products, and software support. By leveraging
data-driven insights from our extensive installation base, we believe these service offerings will provide tailored solutions that enhance
operational efficiency and performance assurance for our customers.
Strategic
Partnerships
Forming
strategic alliances with leading technology groups and other investment companies is a cornerstone of our growth strategy. We believe
these partnerships will enable us to maximize the output and efficiency of our BESS assets; and collaborative efforts in these partnerships
will also facilitate the development and deployment of innovative solutions, enhancing the overall performance of our energy storage
systems and driving mutual growth.
Acquisition
of Proven Technologies
We
will seek out and acquire proven technologies that complement our existing offerings. This approach is expected to ensure that we deliver
state-of-the-art solutions to our potential customers, maintaining our competitive edge and reinforcing our commitment to technological
excellence. Through these strategic initiatives, we believe Bimergen Energy is well-positioned to lead the energy industry’s transition
to sustainable practices. Our comprehensive growth strategy is designed to drive innovation, achieve market presence, and create long-term
value for our stakeholders, ensuring a brighter and more sustainable future for the global energy sector.
Seasonality
of Business
There
is no significant seasonality in our business.
Government
Regulation
We
will be required to comply with all regulations, rules and directives of governmental authorities and agencies applicable to our business
in any jurisdiction which we would conduct activities. On the federal level, the General Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulates
battery energy storage systems (BESS). FERC regulates the sale of energy, capacity, and ancillary services at wholesale and the transmission
of electricity in interstate commerce pursuant to its authority under the Federal Power Act. FERC has authority over the rates, charges
and other terms for the sale of electricity at wholesale by entities that own or operate projects subject to FERC jurisdiction, including
both generation and battery storage projects, as well as for transmission services. In Texas, generating facilities within the footprint
of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (“ERCOT”) are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (the “PUCT”).
The markets covering most of Texas (ERCOT) are not overseen by FERC and are not under FERC jurisdiction. We do not believe that these
regulations will have a material impact on the way we currently conduct our business.
Recent
History of the Company
Acquisition
of Bitech Mining Corporation
The
Company acquired Bitech Mining Corporation (“BTM”) on March 31, 2022 (the “Closing Date”) through a
share exchange pursuant to a Share Exchange Agreement (the “Share Exchange Agreement”) by and among the Company, BTM,
each of BTM’s shareholders (each, a “Seller” and collectively, the “Sellers”), and Benjamin Tran,
solely in his capacity as Sellers’ Representative (“Sellers’ Representative”). The transaction contemplated by
the Share Exchange Agreement is hereinafter referred to as the “Share Exchange”). The Share Exchange Agreement provides that
the Company will acquire from the Sellers, an aggregate of 673,659 shares of BTM’s Common Stock, par value $0.001 per
share, representing 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of BTM (collectively, the “BTM Shares”).
In consideration of the BTM Shares, the Company issued to the Sellers an aggregate of 9,000,000 shares of the Company’s
newly authorized Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Series A Preferred Stock”). Each
BTM Share shall be entitled to receive 0.09543 shares of Series A Preferred Stock. Each share of Series A Preferred Stock shall
automatically convert into 0.385541 shares (an aggregate of approximately 3,469,867) of the Company’s Common Stock (the “Company
Common Stock”) upon filing of an amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation increasing the number of the Company’s authorized
common stock so that there are a sufficient number of shares of Company Common Stock authorized but unissued to permit a full conversion
of all the Series A Preferred Stock. Effective as of June 27, 2022, the Series A Preferred Stock automatically converted into 3,469,866
shares of Company Common Stock following the June 27, 2022 filing of an amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation increasing the
number of the Company’s authorized common stock to 1,000,000,000 shares. Upon conversion of the Series A Preferred Stock, the Sellers
held, in the aggregate, approximately 96% of the issued and outstanding shares of Company capital stock on a fully diluted basis.
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The
Share Exchange was treated as a recapitalization and reverse acquisition for financial reporting purposes, and BTM is considered
the acquirer for accounting purposes. As a result of the Share Exchange and the change in our business and operations, a discussion of
the past financial results of our predecessor, Spine Injury Solutions Inc., is not pertinent, and under applicable accounting principles,
the historical financial results of BTM, the accounting acquirer, prior to the Share Exchange are considered our historical
financial results.
Recent
Developments
On
January 28, 2025, Bitech Technologies Corporation, now known as Bimergen Energy Corporation (the “Registrant”), filed a Certificate
of Amendment (the “Amendment”) to its Certificate to Incorporation, as amended (the “Charter”) to: (i) effect
a reverse stock split of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”) at a ratio of 1 post-split share
for every 140 pre-split shares (the “Reverse Split”); and (ii) to change the name of the Registrant to Bimergen Energy Corporation
(the “Name Change”).
On April 20, 2025 the Company’s wholly owned
subsidiary, Emergen Energy, LLC, executed a definitive agreement with RelyEZ Energy Group to form a joint venture to develop, construct,
and operate up to 2 GW of utility-scale battery-energy-storage projects (2- to 4-hour BESS) in the United States through 2027.
Capital commitments. RelyEZ has committed up
to $50 million, including an initial $10 million funding within 10 days of closing. The Company will contribute up to $12.5 million on
a pro-rata basis after the first $10 million from RelyEZ.
Ownership and economics. Until project refinancing,
each project SPV will be owned 80 % by RelyEZ and 20 % by Emergen. After refinancing, the Company may repurchase RelyEZ’s interest
at cost plus a 12 % annual return.
Initial projects. Four Texas projects totaling
approximately 274 MW / 773 MWh (Redbird, Dos Rios, White Rock, and Oak Hill) are expected to reach notice-to-proceed (NTP) within six
months of closing.
Status of accounting evaluation. This agreement
was executed after December 31, 2024; therefore, no amounts related to the joint venture are reflected in the accompanying 2024 financial
statements.
Employees
As
of December 31, 2024, the Company currently employed a total of 6 individuals in executive or managerial positions. This includes
three full-time employees and three contracted consultants who bring their expertise and experience to our team. To date, we have
not experienced any work stoppages and we consider our relationship with our employees to be good. None of our employees are either
represented by a labor union or are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
ITEM
1A. RISK FACTORS
Smaller
reporting companies are not required to provide the information required by this item.
ITEM
1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
Not
Applicable.
ITEM
1C. CYBERSECURITY.
Cybersecurity
Risk Management and Strategy
We
recognize the importance of assessing, identifying, and managing material risks associated with cybersecurity threats, as such term is
defined in Item 106(a) of Regulation S-K. These risks include, among other things: operational risks, intellectual property theft, fraud,
extortion, harm to employees or customers and violation of data privacy or security laws.
We
do not presently have any general processes for assessing, identifying, and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. As we
expand our business operations, we plan to develop processes that will allow for the identification and assessment of cybersecurity risk
that will be integrated into an overall risk management system, which will be managed by senior management and overseen by the Board
of Directors. As part of this development, we plan to identify and address cybersecurity risks related to our business, privacy and compliance
issues through a multi-faceted approach that is expected to include third party assessments, internal information technology (IT) audit,
IT security, governance, risk and compliance reviews. In connection with these planned approaches, and to defend, detect and respond
to cybersecurity incidents, we, among other things, will consider: conducting proactive privacy and cybersecurity reviews of systems
and applications, audits of applicable data policies, performing penetration testing using external third-party tools and techniques
to test security controls, conducting employee training, monitoring emerging laws and regulations related to data protection and information
security, and implementing appropriate changes.
As
part of the above planned processes, we may engage external auditors and consultants with expertise in cybersecurity to assess our internal
cybersecurity programs and compliance with applicable practices and standards.
We
plan to design our risk management program to also assesses third party risks, and we plan to perform third-party risk management to
identify and mitigate risks from third parties, such as vendors, suppliers, and other business partners associated with our use of third-party
service providers. In addition to new vendor onboarding, we plan to perform risk management during third-party cybersecurity compromise
incidents to identify and mitigate risks to us from third-party incidents.
Cybersecurity
Governance
We
expect that cybersecurity will become an important part of our risk management processes and an area of focus for our Board of Directors
and management. We expect that our Board of Directors will be responsible for the oversight of risks from cybersecurity threats. We expect
our senior management will provide our Board of Directors updates on a quarterly basis regarding matters of cybersecurity. This is expected
to include existing and new cybersecurity risks, status on how management is addressing and/or mitigating those risks, cybersecurity
and data privacy incidents (if any) and status on key information security initiatives. We expect that our Board members will also engage
in periodic conversations with management on cybersecurity-related news events and discuss any updates to our cybersecurity risk management
and strategy programs .
Currently,
our Chief Executive Officer is expected to lead our cybersecurity risk assessment and management processes and oversees their implementation
and maintenance. Our Chief Executive Officer will be tasked with staying informed about, and monitoring the prevention, mitigation, detection
and remediation of cybersecurity incidents through his management of, and participation in, the cybersecurity risk management and strategy
processes we plan to develop and as described above, including the operation of an incident response plan, and report to the Board of
Directors on any appropriate items.
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ITEM
2. PROPERTIES
Our
principal executive offices are located at 895 Dove Street, Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA 92660. We occupy this location pursuant to a
lease that may be terminated by us on 90 days prior notice.
ITEM
3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
As
of the date of this Annual Report, to our knowledge, there are no legal proceedings or regulatory actions material to us to which we
are a party, or have been a party to, or of which any of our property is or was the subject matter of, and no such proceedings or actions
are known by us to be contemplated except as provided below:
Due
to the misrepresentations and omissions of SuperGreen, Calvin C. Cao and Michael H. Cao, among other reasons, the Company filed a complaint
in the U.S. District Court, Central District of California on February 2, 2023 against SuperGreen, Michael H. Cao, Linh T. Dao, Calvin
C. Cao and entities affiliated with them alleging fraud-concealment, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty-duty of good faith,
breach of fiduciary duty-undivided loyalty, conversion and violation of California Penal Code Sec. 496 (the “Cao Lawsuit”).
This lawsuit seeks compensatory damages of at least $33.6 million, treble and punitive damages, imposition of a constructive trust over
the defendants assets, pre-judgment and post-judgment interest, attorney’s fees and such other relief as determined by the court.
Settled
Matters
Effective
February 20, 2023, the Company, together with its wholly owned subsidiary Bitech Mining Corporation, entered into a Confidential Settlement,
Mutual Release, and Share Transfer Agreement (the “C. Cao Settlement Agreement”) with C. Cao and SuperGreen (collectively,
the “C. Cao Parties”). The C. Cao Settlement Agreement settled the Cao Lawsuit as to the C. Cao Parties. Pursuant to the
C. Cao Settlement Agreement, the C. Cao Parties terminated the License Agreement and SuperGreen canceled 367,913 shares of the Company’s
common stock, par value $0.001 per share issued by the Company to SuperGreen pursuant to the License Agreement. In addition, the parties
to the C. Cao Settlement Agreement agreed to a mutual general release of liabilities against each other, refrain from making any disparaging
remarks about each other and the Company’s filing a dismissal with prejudice of the Cao Lawsuit as to the C. Cao Parties
Effective
October 7, 2024, the Company entered into a Confidential Settlement, Mutual Release, and Share Transfer Agreement (the “Thomason
Settlement Agreement”) with Mr. Thomason. Pursuant to the Thomason Settlement Agreement, the Company canceled 18,396 shares of
the Company’s common stock, par value $0.001 per share previously issued by the Company to Mr. Thomason. In addition, the parties
to the Thomason Settlement Agreement agreed to a mutual general release of liabilities against each other, refrain from making any disparaging
remarks about each other and the Company’s filing a dismissal with prejudice as to Mr. Thomason in the Cao State Court Lawsuit.
Unsettled
Matters
On
March 6, 2023, Michael Cao and Linh Dao filed a pro se Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction. On April 17, 2023, the court dismissed
the Cao Lawsuit without prejudice due to a lack of subject matter jurisdiction. On April 18, 2023, the Company filed a complaint against
Michael H. Cao, Linh T. Dao, B & B Investment and Cory Thomason in the Orange County California Superior Court containing substantially
the same allegations included in the Cao Lawsuit (the “Cao State Court Lawsuit”). Mr. Thomason was dismissed from the Cao
State Court Lawsuit on November 8, 2024. The Company continues to pursue the Cao State Court Lawsuit as to the remaining defendants in
that case, namely Michael Cao, Linh Dao, and B&B Investment.
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After
serving Defendants Mr. Cao, Ms. Dao and B & B Investment on April 26, 2023, the Defendants (pro se) filed a Motion to Quash Service
of Summons; Motion to Dismiss or Stay Complaint (the “B & B Motions”). In response, the Company filed a Motion to Strike
B & B Investment’s motion (the “Motion to Strike”), Request for Sanctions in Amount of $2,400 and Request for Default
as to B & B Investment because it is being impermissibly represented by Michael H. Cao who is engaging in the unauthorized practice
of law as to a corporate entity. On October 13, 2023, the Court granted in part the Company’s unopposed Motion to Strike, striking
the B & B Investment Motions and ordering B &B Investment to retain an attorney no later than October 27, 2023 or be subject
to default because corporate entities are not permitted to appear in court without an attorney. The Court denied Mr. Cao’s Motion
to Quash and took Linh Dao’s Motion to Quash off calendar, thus keeping all Defendants in the case. The Court ruled that Michael
Cao already waived his rights to file such a motion by making a general appearance in the case and noted that Defendants failed to appear
at the hearing. On or about October 27, 2023, the Company’s counsel received an initial communication from an attorney attaching
responses to the Company’s complaint on behalf of Mr. Cao and B&B Investment. On November 27, 2023, Mr. Cao and B&B Investment
filed a Demurrer to the Complaint and Motion to Strike Portions of the Complaint. On May 10, 2024, the court heard responses to the Company’s
complaint and motions filed by Mr. Cao. The court sustained the demurrer to the first, second, fifth, and sixth causes of action, granting
30 days to amend. It overruled the demurrer to the third and fourth causes of action. The court also sustained the motion to strike paragraph
6 of the prayer for relief and granted the motion to strike punitive damages with leave to amend. A case management conference was set
for August 19, 2024.
The
Company filed a first amended complaint in the Cao State Court Lawsuit on June 7, 2024. On July 10, 2024, the counsel for Mr. Cao, B
& B Investment, and Ms. Dao filed motions to be relieved, which the court granted on August 2, 2024. The case management conference
was postponed to November 25, 2024. Defendants had until August 16, 2024 to file a response to the first amended complaint but failed
to do so, leading to defaults being entered against them on August 23, 2024. The Company filed applications for default judgment against
Mr. Cao, Ms. Dao and B & B Investment on November 8, 2024, that are pending review by the Court. On November 18, 2024, the Court
vacated the case management conference and set an order to show cause hearing for April 28, 2025, and ordered the Company to submit a
default judgment packet in advance of that date.
Current
Status
Thus
far, the Company has recovered 386,309 shares of the Company’s common stock from the C. Cao Settlement Agreement and the Thomason
Settlement Agreement. The Company has not otherwise received any cash recovery to date. The Company is seeking return of the remaining
1,287,694 shares of the Company’s common stock through the default judgment sought against Mr. Cao, Ms. Dao and B & B Investment
in the Cao State Court Lawsuit, as well as $29,309 in damages, prejudgment interest, and costs.
Litigation
Assessment
We
have evaluated the foregoing Cao Lawsuit to assess the likelihood of any unfavorable outcome and to estimate, if possible, the amount
of potential loss as it relates to the litigation. Based on this assessment and estimate, which includes an understanding of our intention
to vigorously prosecute the Cao Lawsuit, we believe that the potential defenses of any of the remaining defendants lack merit, however,
and we cannot predict the likelihood of any recoveries by any of our claims against the remaining defendants. This assessment and estimate
is based on the information available to management as of the date of this Annual Report and involves a significant amount of management
judgment, including the inherent difficulty associated with assessing litigation matters in their early stages. As a result, the actual
outcome or loss may differ materially from those envisioned by the current assessment and estimate. Our failure to successfully prosecute,
defend or settle the Cao Litigation with the remaining defendants could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, revenue
and profitability and could cause the market value of our common stock to decline.
ITEM
4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
Not
Applicable.
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PART
II
ITEM
5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Record
Holders
As
of December 31, 2024 there were approximately 121 record holders of our common stock. The number of record holders does not include beneficial
owners of common stock whose shares are held in the names of banks, brokers, nominees or other fiduciaries.
Dividend
Policy
We
have not declared or paid any dividends on our common stock since our inception. We currently intend to reinvest all cash resources to
finance the development and growth of our business. As a result, we do not intend to pay dividends on our common stock in the foreseeable
future. Any future determination to pay dividends will be at the discretion of our board of directors and will depend on the financial
condition, earnings, legal requirements, restrictions in its debt agreements and any other factors that our board of directors deems
relevant. In addition, as a holding company, our ability to pay dividends depends on our receipt of cash dividends from our operating
subsidiaries, which may further restrict our ability to pay dividends as a result of the laws of their respective jurisdictions of organization,
agreements of our subsidiaries or covenants under future indebtedness that we or our subsidiaries may incur.
Unregistered
Sales of Securities
The
following information represents securities sold by us that has not been previously included in a Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q or a
Current Report on Form 8-K which were not registered under the Securities Act. Included are new issues, securities issued in exchange
for property, services or other securities, securities issued upon conversion from our other share classes and new securities resulting
from the modification of outstanding securities. We issued all of the securities listed below pursuant to the exemption from registration
provided by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act, or Regulation D or Regulation S promulgated thereunder.
On
February 13, 2023, the Company awarded an officer and director of the Company as compensation for service to the Company, an option to
purchase 35,715 shares of the Company’s Common Stock at an exercise price of $3.50 per share which vested 80% on date of grant
and 10% on January 1, 2024 and 10% on January 1, 2025.
On
April 3, 2023, the Company awarded a director as Compensation for service to the Company as a director, an option to purchase 35,715
shares of the Company’s Common Stock at an exercise price of $4.20 per share which vested 50% of the date of grant and 50% on April
3, 2024.
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On
April 3, 2023, the Company awarded an officer and director of the Company as compensation for services to the Company an option to purchase
35,715 shares of the Company’s Common Stock at an exercise price of $4.20 per share which vested 50% on date of award on April
3, 2023 and 50% on April 3, 2024.
On
November 27, 2023, the Company awarded a director as compensation for services to the Company as a director, 7,143 shares of restricted
Common Stock which vested on December 31, 2023. The value of this award was $20,000.
On
November 27, 2023, the Company awarded an Officer and director of 3,572 shares of restricted Common Stock which vested 100% on December
31, 2023. The value of this award was $10,000.
The
Company issued 11,961 unregistered shares of its Common Stock valued at 58,221 during the year ended December 31, 2023 as payment for
services provided to the Company.
During
April, May and June, 2023, the Company sold 80,358 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to six private investors in exchange for $225,000
($2.80 per share).
During
August 2023 the Company sold 4,762 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to one private investor for $20,000 ($4.20 per share)
During
October, November, and December 2023 the Company sold 38,393 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to three private investor for $167,500
($4.20-$5.60 per share)
During
the year ended December 31, 2024 the Company sold 64,337 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to eight private investors for an aggregate
of $576,000 ($7.00 - $11.20 per share)
The
Company issued 6,970 unregistered shares of its Common Stock valued at $79,209 during the year ended December 31, 2024 as payment for
services provided to the Company.
The
Company issued 14,286 of restricted securities awards valued at $120,000 ($8.40 per share) during January 2024 and recorded $30,000 as
stock compensation expense in the quarter ended March 31, 2024 as payment for services provided by two employees of the Company. Services
were cancelled as of December 2024 and 10,715 restricted common shares were cancelled.
The
Company issued 17,143 of restricted securities awards valued at $192,000 ($11.20 per share) on July 1, 2024 and recorded $72,000 as stock
compensation expense in the year ended December 31, 2024 as payment for services provided by the consultant of the Company. The remaining
will vest quarterly through April 2026.
All
of the securities referred to above were issued without registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities
Act”) in reliance on the exemptions provided by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act as provided in Rule 506(b) of Regulation
D promulgated thereunder. None of the foregoing securities as well as common stock issuable upon conversion or exercise of such securities,
have been registered under the Securities Act or any other applicable laws and are deemed restricted securities, and unless so registered
may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities
Act.
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Equity
Compensation Plan Information
As
of December 31, 2024, we do not have any compensation plans under which our equity securities are authorized for issuance.
ITEM
6. RESERVED
ITEM
7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
This
management discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) of the financial condition and results of operations of Bimergen Energy Corporation
(the “Company,” “Bimergen Energy,” “our” or “we”) is for the years ended December 31,
2024 and 2023. It is supplemental to, and should be read in conjunction with, our financial statements for the period January 8, 2021
(inception) through December 31, 2024 and the accompanying notes for such period included in our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with
the Securities and Exchange Commission, or SEC, on April 4, 2022. Our financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Financial information presented in this MD&A
is presented in United States dollars (“$” or “US$”), unless otherwise indicated.
The
information about us provided in this MD&A, including information incorporated by reference, may contain “forward-looking statements”
and certain “forward-looking information” as defined under applicable United States securities laws. All statements, other
than statements of historical fact, made by us that address activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will or may
occur in the future are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements preceded by, followed by or that include
words such as “may”, “will”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “believes”,
“estimates”, “projects”, “potential”, “expects”, “plans”, “intends”,
“anticipates”, “targeted”, “continues”, “forecasts”, “designed”, “goal”,
or the negative of those words or other similar or comparable words and includes, among others, information regarding: our future business
activities; our ability to generate revenues; our need for substantial additional financing to operate our current and future business
and difficulties we may face acquiring additional financing on terms acceptable to us or at all; risks related to competition; risks
related to our lack of internal controls over financial reporting and their effectiveness; increased costs we are subject to as a result
of being a public company in the United States; and other events or conditions that may occur in the future.
Forward-looking
statements may relate to future financial conditions, results of operations, plans, objectives, performance or business developments.
These statements speak only as at the date they are made and are based on information currently available and on the then current expectations
of the party making the statement and assumptions concerning future events, which are subject to a number of known and unknown risks,
uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from that which
was expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Although
we believe that the expectations and assumptions on which such forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should
not be placed on the forward-looking statements, because no assurance can be given that they will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking
statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature, they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results
could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks discussed above.
Consequently,
all forward-looking statements made in this MD&A and other documents, as applicable, are qualified by such cautionary statements,
and there can be no assurance that the anticipated results or developments will actually be realized or, even if realized, that they
will have the expected consequences to or effects on us. The cautionary statements contained or referred to in this section should be
considered in connection with any subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements that we and/or persons acting on its behalf may
issue. We do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events or otherwise, other than as required under securities legislation.
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Overview
of the Business
We
are a renewable energy project developer dedicated to enabling the clean energy transition and providing critical grid stability via
solutions across a range of applications through our portfolio of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and solar development
projects. In April 2024, we acquired a portfolio of development-stage BESS and solar energy projects from Emergen Energy LLC (“Emergen”),
making us the project owner of 23 development stage utility-scale BESS projects with an estimated cumulative storage capacity of 1.965
gigawatts (GW) and 13 development stage solar energy projects with an anticipated cumulative generation capacity of 1.640 GW (collectively,
the “Development Projects”) once constructed and operational.
Our
primary business objective is to become a grid-balancing operator by developing, commercializing, and operating a diversified portfolio
of BESS and solar energy projects. We aim to leverage by partnering with advanced BESS technologies and Energy Management Systems (EMS)
to address the critical challenges associated with the integration of renewable energy into the electrical grid, particularly the imbalance
between energy supply and demand caused by the intermittent nature of solar and wind resources. This approach aligns with the increasing
demand for grid stability in regions with high penetration of renewable energy, where imbalances between peak solar generation and peak
energy demand create revenue opportunities through energy storage and dispatch. We plan to store excess energy generated during periods
of low demand and dispatch it during peak demand periods, thereby enhancing grid stability and efficiency. Upon reaching commercial operation,
we hope to play a key role in stabilizing grid demand and supporting renewable energy integration through energy arbitrage and ancillary
services.
Core
Business in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Our
core business is anchored in the development and operation of BESS projects, which are strategically designed to mitigate the energy
imbalances and power deficits observed in markets with substantial solar and wind energy generation. This event, often depicted by the
grid balancing, highlights the timing mismatch between peak renewable energy generation and peak electricity demand. As renewable energy
production peaks during daylight hours and declines in the evening when energy demand is highest, supplemental energy supply sources
become increasingly critical. Our BESS projects are positioned to address this imbalance by storing surplus energy during periods of
low demand and releasing it during high-demand periods, capturing value from daily price fluctuations. By purchasing and storing energy
during low-cost, high-supply hours and selling it during high-demand periods when prices are at their peak, known as energy arbitrage
trading, our BESS systems will provide critical support to compensate for the lack of supply from the current outdated energy grid infrastructure.
In
addition to energy arbitrage, our BESS assets are positioned to provide essential grid services, including frequency regulation, voltage
support, and emergency backup during grid outages. Frequency regulation refers to the rapid response to changes in grid frequency, maintaining
stability and preventing potential grid failures. Voltage control enhances the quality and reliability of power supplied to consumers.
The rapid response capabilities also maintain stability for key infrastructure during outages via immediate response to fluctuations
in voltage and frequency. By reducing demand imbalances at peak times, known as peak shaving, we hope to flatten the energy demand and
lower electricity costs for consumers. By integrating advanced EMS controls, we aim to optimize the dispatch timing and increase the
overall economic value of stored energy, delivering both reliable performance efficient operation in dynamic market conditions. Our systems
will enable more flexible and adaptive grid operations, accommodating dynamic energy flows and diverse generation sources. These ancillary
services both relieve grid stress, offer additional potential revenue streams, and maximize likelihood of punctual project development
within budget and ensure product quality standards. We believe we well- positioned to leverage our existing relationships to secure multi-year
customer contracts prior to project construction and integrate cutting-edge battery technologies as they are developed into future developments.
Our systems will also be capable of deferred infrastructure upgrades, which reduce the need for expensive grid infrastructure upgrades
by efficiently managing local supply and demand.
We
expect our BESS projects to be located alongside traditional power transmission lines or near large offtakers with high energy demands,
enhancing grid stability and reducing energy costs. These locations are suitable for battery storage facilities of approximately thirty
acres and undergo environmental studies and assessments to ensure feasibility. While the letters of intent the Company has entered into
or negotiated for these projects are for specific locations, the Company’s development plans are not dependent on the landowner
or address, but, rather, are county based. The Company believes it could adjust its plans to find a similar, suitable location if it
is unable to negotiate a definitive agreement to develop a project with the landowner.
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We
maintain strong relationships with tier-one battery and equipment suppliers, utilities, and power purchasers to optimize transmission
efficiency and lower consumer costs. We believe these partnerships may also help us secure regulatory support, ensure timely project
development within budget, and uphold high product quality standards. Our strategic position allows us to secure multi-year customer
contracts before project construction and integrate emerging battery technologies into future developments. Additionally, our systems
are designed to enable deferred infrastructure upgrades, reducing the need for costly grid enhancements by efficiently managing local
supply and demand.
Development
Projects and Operational Progress
Our
portfolio of Development Projects includes approximately 3.6 GW of alternating current (GWAC) power capacity across various regions served
by Independent System Operators (ISOs) such as ERCOT, WECC, PJM, and MISO. These regions have been selected strategically based on favorable
market conditions, grid infrastructure, and regulatory environments conducive to renewable energy integration. In connection with the
Emergen transaction, we have secured rights to comprehensive “Work Product” Intangible assets essential for project development,
including but not limited to: feasibility studies determining capacity and compatibility, establishing a production model of the project
parameters, identifying any curtailment for the project, power flow site verification and substation identification, permitting and regulatory
compliance documentation, engineering designs, equipment procurement plans, site preparation guidelines, and noting project specific
challenges.
Subsequent
to positive feasibility studies is the process of legal formation, analyzing and negotiating site control/surface and materials, and
identifying engineering requirements for construction, identifying and negotiating interconnection to the grid, identifying tax abatements,
and identifying permitting and study requirements, and noting additional project specific challenges. These assets provide a robust foundation
for advancing our projects through the development lifecycle efficiently and effectively. We are in the process of negotiating grid interconnection
agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable grid codes and standards, registering our projects for market participation, and coordinating
with ISOs to align dispatch and grid service requirements. In addition, we are actively engaging with these ISOs to address cybersecurity
compliance and to develop comprehensive monitoring and reporting frameworks, which are essential for maintaining operational integrity
and grid support.
Our
Redbird and Wildfire projects are currently the most advanced within our portfolio and are ready to proceed to the financing and construction
phases. We are actively pursuing project-level debt and equity financing to fund the construction and/or operationalization of these
projects. Upon securing financing, of which there can be no assurance we will be able to do so or do so on terms favorable to us, we
intend to execute binding agreements with key counterparties, initiate site preparation activities, and commence construction in accordance
with our development timelines. As part of the rights to the Work Product and continued development, we identify and negotiate with the
appropriate counterparts in the specific project, but do not enter into binding contracts until specific project financing is obtained
so as to not create liabilities before project financing is secured. We recognize the importance of managing risks associated with project
development, including regulatory, technical, financial, and market risks. Our approach involves conducting thorough feasibility studies,
engaging in proactive stakeholder consultations, and maintaining flexibility in project planning. We do not enter into binding contracts
related to site control, equipment procurement, or construction until project-specific financing is secured, mitigating financial exposure.
The next steps for these projects will include executing contracts with key counterparties, purchasing equipment, and initiating the
construction process. Our current project pipeline consists of multiple BESS initiatives, with an estimated development timeline spanning
eight to nine years. The Redbird and Wildfire projects are prioritized, as they are closest to a ready-to-build status. The current progress
of our portfolio of 23 BESS projects and 13 Solar Projects are included in the table below:
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Emergen
Energy LLC BESS Projects:
Projects (2) (3) (4)
(5) (6) (11)
County
State
Zone
BESS
(MWac)
BESS
(MWhr)
Site
Control
Estimated
Permitting
Complete (9)
Estimated
Cost of
Project (10)
Development
Fees
Redbird BESS (1)
Fort Bend
TX
ERCOT-Houston
100
400
LOI (7 )
65 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 3,500,000
Wildfire BESS (1)
Caldwell
TX
ERCOT-South
100
400
LOI (7 )
45 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 3,500,000
Friendship
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
Lady Bird
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
Longhorn
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
Pecan
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
Prickly Pear
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
Yellow Rose
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
Bright Light
Llano
TX
ERCOT/West
60
240
LOI (7 )
35 %
$ 100,000,000
$ 2,100,000
TPLT 1-10 BESS
El Paso
TX
ERCOT/West
100
400
(8 )
25 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 2,100,000
WR Ranch TX BESS 1
El Paso
TX
ERCOT/North
120
480
(8 )
25 %
$ 185,000,000
$ 2,100,000
TOTAL
840
3,360
TPL EPE
El Paso
TX
WECC
25
100
(8 )
25 %
$ 55,000,000
$ 875,000
X-One Solar Ranch 1
Mohave
AZ
WECC
100
400
(8 )
25 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 3,500,000
Dunton Ranch 1
Mohave
AZ
WECC
100
400
(8 )
25 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 3,500,000
Aldahra Farm 1
Maricopa
AZ
WECC
100
400
(8 )
25 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 3,500,000
Aldahra Farm 2
Maricopa
AZ
WECC
100
400
(8 )
25 %
$ 160,000,000
$ 3,500,000
TOTAL
425
1,700
BL PJM BESS 1
Smyth
VA
PJM
50
200
(8 )
25 %
$ 90,000,000
$ 1,750,000
BL PJM BESS 2
Huntingdon
PA
PJM
50
200
(8 )
25 %
$ 90,000,000
$ 1,750,000
TOTAL
100
400
Gibbs Ranch BESS 1
DeSoto Parish
LA
MISO
120
480
(8 )
25 %
$ 185,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Gibbs Ranch BESS 2
DeSoto Parish
LA
MISO
120
480
(8 )
25 %
$ 185,000,000
$ 4,200,000
TG BESS 1
DeSoto Parish
LA
MISO
120
480
(8 )
25 %
$ 185,000,000
$ 4,200,000
TG BESS 2
DeSoto Parish
LA
MISO
120
480
(8 )
25 %
$ 185,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Neighbors BESS 1
DeSoto Parish
LA
MISO
120
480
(8 )
25 %
$ 185,000,000
$ 4,200,000
TOTAL
600
2,400
TOTAL MWac
1,965
7,860
$ 3,165,000,000
$ 68,775,000
(1)
At
15% Engineering complete with 30% attainable in 45 days. At Project Financing, Engineering will be with third party contractor.
(2)
Battery
and connection component procurement is expected to be 6 to 9 months after funding has been secured
(3)
Project
Construction is expected to be 2-3 months, after funding is secured and battery and connection procurement arrives on site.
(4)
No
Project Financing is currently secured for these projects and no milestone will be achieved until financing is secured.
(5)
No
contractual arrangements have been executed with third parties to construct.
(6)
No
contractual arrangements have been executed with customers.
(7)
Letter
of Intent (LOI) for land lease originally executed but expired.
(8)
Pre-LOI
for land lease
(9)
Permitting
and/or no permit required letter is estimated to be complete 90 - 150 days after funding is secured for the project. This includes
This includes Jurisdictional Waters of U.S. Delineation, Protected Species Habitat Assessment, Cultural Resources Review & Consultation,
FAA Filing, Approved Jurisdictional Determination Request, Wildlife Agency Consultation, Bird and Wildlife Conservation Strategy,
Unanticipated Discovery Plan (UDP), Final Interconnection Permit.
(10)
The
main components of the Estimated cost of the Project are (a) 75% Purchased Equipment including but not limited to batteries and electrical
interconnections, (b) 17% construction costs and labor for system set up, (c) 6% project financing costs and fees and (d) 2% milestone
development fees.
(11)
We
are targeting obtaining financing for 2 to 3 projects each fiscal year depending on respective project capital needs. Redbird and
Wildfire projects are anticipated to be the first to be financed given they are closest to a ready to build status. We will be maintaining
and moving forward the development status of the projects not yet funded by managing the various aspects of the project as required.
Funding is initially being sought from tier one lenders and alternative financing institutions currently funding renewable energy
projects. We currently are focusing our efforts on the BESS projects for financing and operations and with the current project profile
expect to have an 8 to 9 year pipeline of existing BESS projects. If for any reason a project is not developed or constructed due
to lack of funding we will either sell the project in its current development stage, partner with another group on that specific
BESS project or close down the project if it is no longer seen to be a viable project.
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Emergen
Energy LLC Solar Projects:
Solar Projects (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (11)
County
State
Zone
Solar
Mwac
Site
Control
Estimated
Permitting
Complete (9)
Estimated
Cost of
Project (10)
Development
Fees
Redbird Solar
Fort Bend
TX
ERCOT-Houston
100
LOI (7 )
10 %
$ 125,000,000
$ 3,500,000
Friendship
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Lady Bird
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Longhorn
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Pecan
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Prickly Pear
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Yellow Rose
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
Bright Light
Llano
TX
ERCOT/ West
120
LOI (7 )
15 %
$ 150,000,000
$ 4,200,000
TPL EPE Solar
El Paso
TX
WECC
50
(8 )
10 %
$ 63,000,000
$ 1,750,000
X-One Solar Ranch 3
Mohave
AZ
WECC
75
(8 )
10 %
$ 94,000,000
$ 2,625,000
X-One Solar Ranch 4
Mohave
AZ
WECC
75
(8 )
10 %
$ 94,000,000
$ 2,625,000
Aldahra Farm 1 Solar
Maricopa
AZ
WECC
250
(8 )
10 %
$ 315,000,000
$ 8,750,000
Aldahra Farm 2 Solar
Maricopa
AZ
WECC
250
(8 )
10 %
$ 315,000,000
$ 8,750,000
TOTAL MWac
1,640
$ 2,056,000,000
$ 57,400,000
(1)
Minimal
Engineering complete with 30% attainable in 180 days. At Project Financing, Engineering would be with third party contractor.
(2)
Battery
and connection component procurement is expected to be 6 to 9 months after funding has been secured
(3)
Project
Construction is expected to be 2-3 months, after funding is secured and battery and connection procurement arrives on site.
(4)
No
Project Financing is currently secured for these projects and no milestone will be achieved until financing is secured.
(5)
No
contractual arrangements have been executed with third parties to construct.
(6)
No
contractual arrangements have been executed with customers.
(7)
Letter
of Intent (LOI) for land lease originally executed but expired.
(8)
Pre-LOI
for land lease
(9)
Permitting
and/or no permit required letter is estimated to be complete 90 - 150 days after funding is secured for the project. This includes
This includes Jurisdictional Waters of U.S. Delineation, Protected Species Habitat Assessment, Cultural Resources Review & Consultation,
FAA Filing, Approved Jurisdictional Determination Request, Wildlife Agency Consultation, Bird and Wildlife Conservation Strategy,
Unanticipated Discovery Plan (UDP), Final Interconnection Permit.
(10)
The
main components of the Estimated cost of the Project are (a) 60% Purchased Equipment including but not limited to solar panels and
electrical interconnections, (b) 32% construction costs and labor for system set up, (c) 6% project financing costs and fees and
(d) 2% milestone development fees.
(11)
We
are focusing our project financing efforts on our BESS projects. We will be maintaining and moving forward the development status
of the Solar projects by managing the various aspects of the project as required with minimal capital requirement. If for any reason
a project is not developed or constructed due to lack of funding we will either sell the project in its current development stage,
partner with another group on that specific solar project or close down the project if no longer seen to be a viable project
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Corporate
History
Bimergen
Energy Corporation was incorporated under the laws of Delaware on March 4, 1998. The Company acquired Bitech Mining Corporation
(“BTM”) on March 31, 2022 pursuant to a Share Exchange Agreement. Pursuant to the Share Exchange Agreement we acquired
an aggregate of 673,659 shares of BTM’s common stock representing 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of
BTM in exchange for an aggregate of 9,000,000 shares of the Company’s newly authorized Series A Convertible
Preferred Stock. Effective June 27, 2022, each share of Series A Preferred Stock automatically converted into 0.385541 shares (an
aggregate of 3,469,866 shares) of the Company’s Common Stock upon filing of an amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation
increasing the number of the Company’s authorized common stock to 1,000,000,000. Upon conversion of the Series A Preferred
Stock, the former share owners of BTM held, in the aggregate, approximately 96% of the issued and outstanding shares of
the Company’s capital stock on a fully diluted basis.
The
Share Exchange was treated as a recapitalization and reverse acquisition for financial reporting purposes, and BTM is considered
the acquirer for accounting purposes. As a result of the Share Exchange and the change in our business and operations, a discussion of
the past financial results of our predecessor, Spine Injury Solutions Inc., is not pertinent, and under applicable accounting principles,
the historical financial results of BTM, the accounting acquirer, prior to the Share Exchange are considered our historical
financial results. The Company filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation with the Secretary of State of the
State of Delaware on April 29, 2022 to change its name to Bitech Technologies Corporation. On January 28, 2025, the Company filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Certificate to Incorporation to: (i) effect
a reverse stock split of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”) at a ratio of 1 post-split share
for every 140 pre-split shares; and (ii) to change the name of the Company to Bimergen Energy Corporation.
On
April 24, 2024 (the “Closing”) the Company completed the acquisition of Emergen in accordance with the MIPA whereby the Company
issued 1,587,300 unregistered shares of its common stock to Emergen’s sole member, C&C Johnson Holdings LLC (“C&C”)
in exchange for 100% of Emergen’s equity interests. C&C is controlled by Cole Johnson who became our President and a director
following the Closing as well as the President of the Company’s BESS and Solar Divisions. In addition, Emergen became a wholly-owned
subsidiary of the Company with C&C’s owning approximately 31.3% of the Company’s issued and outstanding shares of the
Company’s capital stock.
Emergen
holds a portfolio of battery energy storage system (“BESS”) projects identified in the MIPA with a cumulative storage capacity
estimated at 1.965 gigawatts (GW) upon completion of the construction of such project (the “BESS Development Projects”) and
rights to develop a portfolio of solar energy development projects with a cumulative capacity estimated at 1.640 GW upon completion of
construction of such project (the “Solar Development Projects,” together with the BESS Development Projects, collectively,
the “Development Projects”). The Company agreed that following the Closing, the Company would take all commercially reasonable
steps necessary to uplist the Company to the NASDAQ stock exchange. The Company’s uplist to NASDAQ in connection with the consummation
of the offering contemplated in this prospectus will satisfy the terms set forth in the Closing.
In
December 2023, Bimergen received an initial purchase order from a strategic customer to implement a Building
Energy Management System (BEMS) Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Program designed to save electricity for approximately 4,000 multi-dwelling
units (MDUs). This customer is working with PJM, a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) that coordinates the movement of wholesale
electricity in the District of Columbia in the U.S. and all or parts of 13 states including Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland,
Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia. We believe that our BEMS solutions can
benefit building owners who get paid by RTOs for energy saving bonuses, which is in alignment with federal reward programs initiated
by the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE). Our real time BEMS solutions are being designed to reduce energy consumption and enhance personalized
temperature control options and comfort levels for tenants living in these MDUs. As of the date of this filing, the customer has yet
to make the payment for us to commence production on this project and there has been no update since receipt of the purchase order.
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The
following agreements were entered into on the date of Closing as provided for in the MIPA:
Project
Management Services Agreement
At
the Closing, the Company and Emergen entered into a Project Management Services Agreement (the “PMSA”) with Energy Independent
Partners LLC (“Energy Independent Partners”), an entity owned or controlled by Mr. Johnson. Pursuant to the terms of the
PMSA, Energy Independent Partners is obligated to provide the following project management services in connection with the development
and operation of each of the Development Projects (collectively, the “Services”): (i) assist as needed with qualifying the
Development Projects for financing; (ii) assist as needed with obtaining all permits required for development of the Development Projects
which have sufficient rights to use all necessary real property, and for which the applicable draft interconnection agreement has been
received for the Development Projects (“RTB Status”); and (iii) if Emergen foregoes the development of a Development Project,
Energy Independent Partners will assist the Company as needed with marketing the Development Project to a third party or develop and
retain the Development Project outside of Emergen.
Payment
for Service. The Issuer agreed to pay Energy Independent Partners the following fees for providing the Services:
BESS
Development Fees . In consideration of the provision of the Services related to the BESS Development Projects, and subject to the
terms and conditions herein, during the Term, Bitech shall pay EIP the following amounts per BESS Development Project: $0.035 per W for
each applicable BESS Development Project, subject to such BESS Development Project achieving sufficient project specific equity or debt
financing from third parties to fund the payment of the fees (“BESS Development Fees”). Currently, the Company is focusing
on developing the BESS projects and the total fees related to all 23 of the BESS projects would be the $0.035 per watt multiplied by
the estimated capacity 1.965 GW (1,965,000,000 watts) or approximately $69 million.
Solar
Development Fees . In consideration of the provision of the Services related to the Solar Development Projects, and subject to the
terms and conditions herein, during the Term, Bitech shall pay EIP the following amounts per Solar Development Project: $0.035 per W
for each applicable Solar Development Project, subject to such Solar Development Project achieving sufficient project specific equity
or debt financing from third parties to fund the payment of the fees (“Solar Development Fees”). The Solar projects still
in the Emergen portfolio have an estimated capacity of 1.640 GW and would have Solar Development Fees of approximately $57 million if
developed.
If
any Development Projects pursuant to the Agreement are sold by Emergen to a third-party then EIP would be due the greater of: (i) any
unpaid project’s specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development Fees defined in the PMSA agreement; or (ii) 62.5% of the proceeds
less any project specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development Fees paid previously.
Other
Development Fees . For each other renewable energy development asset held by the Company, which are neither BESS Development Projects
nor Solar Development Projects, located in the United States in which the Company engages during the term of the PMSA (the “Other
Development Projects”), the Company shall pay Energy Independent Partners the higher of either (a) fifty percent (50%) of the gross
margin or (b) $0.02 per watt in cash, subject to such Other Development Project achieving RTB Status (the “Other Development Fees”).
Timing
of Payment of Fees
The
BESS Development Fees shall be due and payable upon (i) Bitech, or any of its Affiliates, receiving project financing directly related
to and collateralized by BESS Projects, this specifically excludes any general public or private offerings by Bitech not directly related
to financing a BESS Project, and (ii) when a BESS Project’s financing funding terms is sufficient to pay the project specific Development
Fees. EIP will be paid on the same timing as the funding terms. For example: if the terms for development fees are 50% at acceptance,
40% RTB and 10% at COD then EIP will be paid as the project development fees are funded.
These
fees will be recorded as liabilities once the above contingencies and milestones are met, the most important being that of appropriate
project financing enabling payment of these fees.
Acceleration
of Payment Clause: Within ninety (90) days (i) of the effective date of a Change of Control or (ii) the removal of Cole W. Johnson as
an employee or consultant to Emergen and/or the head of the BESS and Solar Division of Bimergen Energy, any remaining BESS Initial Fee
and Solar Initial Fee shall become due and payable. A “Change of Control” shall be deemed to have occurred if, after the
Effective Date, (x) the beneficial ownership (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange
Act”)) of securities representing more than 50% of the combined voting power of the Company is acquired by any “person”
as defined in sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Exchange Act (other than the Company, any subsidiary of the Company, or any trustee or
other fiduciary holding securities under an employee benefit plan of the Company); (y) the merger or consolidation of the Company with
or into another corporation where the shareholders of the Company, immediately prior to the consolidation or merger, would not, immediately
after the consolidation or merger, beneficially own (as such term is defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly,
shares representing in the aggregate 50% or more of the combined voting power of the securities of the corporation issuing cash or securities
in the consolidation or merger (or of its ultimate parent corporation, if any) in substantially the same proportion as their ownership
of the Company immediately prior to such merger or consolidation; or (z) the sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of
the Company’s assets to an entity, other than a sale or disposition by the Company of all or substantially all of the Company’s
assets to an entity, at least 50% of the combined voting power of the voting securities of which are owned directly or indirectly by
shareholders of the Company, immediately prior to the sale or disposition, in substantially the same proportion as their ownership of
the Company immediately prior to such sale or disposition.
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If
any Development Projects pursuant to the Agreement are sold by Emergen to a third-party then EIP would be due the greater of: (i) any
unpaid project’s specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development Fees defined in Section 2.06; or (ii) 62.5% of the proceeds
less any project specific BESS Development Fees or Solar Development Fees paid previously.
The
timing and other requirements for the payment of Other Development Fees shall be as agreed in writing by the parties to the PMSA via
an addendum to the PMSA prior to the parties undertaking such Other Development Projects.
Subject
to the terms and conditions of the PMSA, in addition to the other requirements therein, payment of the BESS Development Fees, the Solar
Development Fees and any Other Development Fees is further contingent upon Cole W. Johnson (a) remaining an employee or consultant to
Emergen and/or the head of the BESS and Solar Division of the Company and/or (b) as an interest owner in the Energy Independent Partners
during the period of time in which the applicable BESS Development Fees, the Solar Development Fees or Other Development Fees are payable.
Subject to the foregoing, the BESS Development Fees, the Solar Development Fees or Other Development Fees are payable within ten (10)
days of satisfaction of the conditions to payment as discussed above.
Payment
for Sale of Development Projects . In the event the Company decides not to proceed with any Development Project(s), the Company may
elect to sell such Development Project(s) to one or more third parties. In such event, the Company and Energy Independent Partners agree
to a sales price for the applicable Development Project being sold, and provided that the parties to the PMSA agree that any sale agreement
for such Development Projects shall provide that the buyer thereof shall remain obligated to pay to Energy Independent Partners the BESS
Development Fees and/or the Solar Development Fee(s), as applicable, to the extent not already paid by the Company hereunder, unless
otherwise agreed upon by the Company and Energy Independent Partners.
Termination .
The PMSA may be terminated at any time prior to the expiration of its term: (a) by the mutual written consent of the parties; (b) by
the Company if Energy Independent Partners has violated or breached any of the covenants or agreements of Energy Independent Partners
set forth therein, or any of the representations or warranties of Energy Independent Partners set forth in the PMSA has become inaccurate
or untrue, which violation, breach, inaccuracy or untruth, if reasonable capable of cure, has not been cured by Energy Independent Partners,
within 20 business days after receipt by Energy Independent Partners of written notice thereof from the Company; (c) by Energy Independent
Partners if the Company or Emergen has violated or breached any of the covenants or agreements of the Company or Emergen set forth in
the PMSA, or any of the representations or warranties of the Company or Emergen set forth in the PMSA has become inaccurate or untrue,
which violation, breach, inaccuracy or untruth, if reasonable capable of cure, has not been cured by the Company or Emergen, within 20
business days after receipt by the Company of written notice thereof from Energy Independent Partners; or (d) by any party, if a court
of competent jurisdiction or other governmental authority shall have issued an order or taken any other action permanently restraining,
enjoining or otherwise prohibiting the Combination or the transactions contemplated by the PMSA and such order or action shall have become
final and nonappealable. Any of the Parties has a right to seek specific performance of the other parties’ obligations under the
PMSA in lieu of its right to terminate the agreement.
Indemnification .
Subject to certain limitations provided for in the PMSA, each of the parties to the PMSA mutually agreed to indemnify and hold harmless
each other and each of their affiliates and each of their respective members, managers, partners, directors, officers, employees, stockholders,
attorneys and agents and permitted assignees to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, against and in respect of any and all
losses incurred or sustained by such party as a result of or in connection with (i) any breach, inaccuracy or nonfulfillment or the alleged
breach, inaccuracy or nonfulfillment of any of the representations, warranties, covenants and agreements of the other party contained
in the PMSA or in any of the additional agreements or any certificate or other writing delivered pursuant hereto; or (ii) any claim for
brokerage commissions in connection with the transactions contemplated hereby as a result of the actions or agreements of the other party
or any of their representatives.
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Comparison
of the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
We
have generated no revenues from our primary business for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
During
the year ended December 31, 2024, we incurred $2,758,731 of general and administrative expenses compared to $927,726 for the same period
in 2023. General and administrative expenses have increased during 2024 compared to 2023 as the Company began operations related to Emergen
(acquired April 2024, it’s BESS operation.)
During
the year ended December 31, 2024, a significant portion of general and administrative expenses was $1,246,182 of stock compensation
expenses compared to $378,559 for the same period in 2023. Stock compensation expenses are related to stock awards and stock option
valuation over the life of the option.
As
a result of the foregoing, we had net loss of ($2,757,687) for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a net loss of ($920,418)
for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Liquidity
and Capital Resources
As
of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had total current liabilities of $1,756,985 and $35,229, respectively, and current assets
of $1,028,877 and $163,417, respectively, to meet our current obligations. As of December 31, 2024, we had working capital of ($728,108),
a decrease of working capital of ($856,296) as compared to December 31, 2023, driven primarily by an increase deferred revenues, accounts payable and accrued expenses.
For
the year ended December 31, 2024, cash used in operations was ($349,833) which primarily included the net loss of ($2,757,687) partially
offset by $1,246,182 related to stock compensation expense, the issuance of common stock for services of $79,209 and $943,500 increase in deferred revenue.
The Company received and recorded as deferred
revenue a $943,500 deposit payment from the Project Sale Agreement with Bridgelink for an estimated 2.425 GW of
Emergen’s estimated 3.840 GW of solar energy development projects. The total amount to be received by Emergen for the projects
sold to Bridgelink is expected to be $19,400,000 unless certain of the projects are returned without development to the payment
milestones. We have paid EIP $250,000 during 2024 related to the $943,500 deposit and owe an additional $339,688 currently recorded
in due to related party. EIP will be due 62.5% of the proceeds received related to the Project Sale Agreement. If the remaining $18.5
million is received from the ultimate purchaser via Bridgelink we will owe EIP $11.5 million for their portion per the agreement.
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We
have a history of operating losses. We have not yet achieved profitable operations and expect to incur further losses. We have funded
our operations primarily from equity financing. As of December 31, 2024, cash generated from financing activities was not sufficient
to fund our growth strategy in the short-term or long-term. The primary need for liquidity is to fund working capital requirements of
the business, including operational expenses in connection with our efforts to become a provider of a suite of green energy solutions
and to fund the development projects. The primary source of liquidity has primarily been private financing transactions. The ability
to fund operations and pursue these opportunities and projects within the green energy industry depends on our ability to raise funds
from debt and/or equity financing which is subject to prevailing economic conditions and financial, business and other factors, some
of which are beyond our control. There can be no assurance that additional financing will be available to us when needed or, if available,
that it can be obtained on commercially reasonable terms.
Off-Balance
Sheet Arrangements
As
of the date of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we do not have any off-balance-sheet arrangements that have, or are reasonably likely
to have, a current or future effect on our results of operations or financial condition, including, and without limitation, such considerations
as liquidity and capital resources.
Changes
in or Adoption of Accounting Practices
There
were no material changes in or adoption of new accounting practices during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Critical
Accounting Estimates
Our
management’s discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based on our financial statements,
which have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States, or GAAP. The preparation of
these financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, as well as the reported expenses incurred
during the reporting periods. On an ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates and judgments, including, but not limited to, those related
to accrued research and development costs and stock-based compensation expense. These estimates and assumptions are monitored and analyzed
by us for changes in facts and circumstances, and material changes in these estimates and assumptions could occur in the future. Our
estimates are based on our historical experience and on various other factors that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances,
the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent
from other sources. Changes in estimates are reflected in reported results for the period in which they become known. Actual results
may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
Although
our significant accounting policies are described in more detail in Note 2 to our financial statements included in Part II, Item 8 of
this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we believe that the following accounting estimates are those most critical to the judgments and estimates
used in the preparation of our financial statements.
Stock
Options
We
measure stock-based option awards made to employees and non-employees based on the estimated fair value of the awards as of the grant
date using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. The model requires management to make a number of assumptions including common stock
fair value, expected volatility, expected term, risk-free interest rate and expected dividend yield.
Fair
Value of Common Stock — The fair market value of our common stock is based on its closing price on the OTC Listing as reported
on the date of the stock option grant.
Expected
Volatility — Expected volatility is estimated by studying the volatility of the prices of shares of common stock of comparable
public companies for similar terms. We will continue to apply this process until enough historical information regarding the volatility
of our stock price becomes available.
Expected
Term — Expected term represents the period that our stock-based awards are expected to be outstanding and is determined using the
simplified method.
Risk-Free
Interest Rate — The risk-free interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury zero-coupon bonds issued in effect at the time of grant
for periods corresponding with the expected term of the option.
Expected
Dividend — The Black-Scholes valuation model calls for a single expected dividend yield as an input. To date, we have not declared
or paid any dividends and we do not expect to declare or pay any dividends in the future.
Income
Tax Expense (Benefit)
We
have not made a provision for income taxes in 2024 or 2023, which reflects our valuation allowance established against our benefits from
net operating loss carryforwards.
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ITEM
7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Not
Applicable.
ITEM
8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA.
Our
financial statements for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are attached hereto.
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID 6901 )
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Consolidated
Financial Statements
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 2024 and 2023
31
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023
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Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023
33
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023
34
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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R eport
of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders
Bimergen
Energy Corporation
Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements
We
have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Bimergen Energy Corporation (“the Company”) as of December
31, 2024 and 2023, and the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for
the years then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial statements (collectively referred to as the
“consolidated financial statements”).
In
our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as
of December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the two years then ended December 31,
2024 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
The
Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The
accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed
in Note 1 to the financial statements, the Company has suffered recurring losses from operations and negative cash flows from operating
activities, therefore, the Company has stated that substantial doubt exists about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s
plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result
from the outcome of this uncertainty.
Basis
for Opinion
These
consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the entity’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion
on these financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S.
federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We
conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company
is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits
we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion
on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our
audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error
or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits
provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
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Critical
Audit Matters
The
critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that were communicated
or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial
statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters
does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit
matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.
Accounting
for the Acquisition of Emergen and Related Project Management Services Agreement
As
described in Note 6 to the consolidated financial statements, in April 2024, the Company completed the acquisition of Emergen Energy
LLC (“Emergen”) pursuant to a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement (“MIPA”), and entered into a Project Management
Services Agreement (“PMSA”) with Energy Independent Partners LLC (“EIP”), an entity owned by a newly appointed
executive of the Company. The acquisition involved the transfer of development-stage renewable energy projects, and the PMSA established
a framework for future development fee payments to EIP based on project milestones and third-party financing.
The
Company determined that the acquisition of Emergen did not constitute a business under ASC 805 and was accounted for as an asset acquisition.
The Company further concluded that the development fee payments under the PMSA did not represent contingent consideration, but rather
future compensation for services to be rendered, and were therefore excluded from the purchase price allocation.
We
identified the accounting for the acquisition of Emergen and the PMSA as a critical audit matter due to the complex and judgmental nature
of evaluating (i) whether the transaction met the definition of a business under ASC 805, (ii) whether the PMSA represented a separate
arrangement for future services or was in-substance deferred purchase price (i.e., contingent consideration), and (iii) the implications
of the Second Amendment to the PMSA executed in 2025 but made effective as of 2024. These matters required a high degree of auditor judgment
and the involvement of professionals with specialized skills and knowledge in technical accounting.
How
the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit
Our
audit procedures related to the Company’s accounting for the acquisition of Emergen and the PMSA included the following:
● We
obtained and read the MIPA, the PMSA, and subsequent amendments to assess the nature of the
rights transferred and the obligations created.
● We
evaluated the Company’s accounting policy for business combinations and asset acquisitions.
● We
assessed the Company’s conclusions regarding whether the development fee arrangements
met the definition of contingent consideration under ASC 805 or executory service arrangements
under other applicable guidance.
● We
reviewed the legal opinion obtained by the Company regarding the enforceability and retroactive
effect of the PMSA amendment, and confirmed the intent of the parties through direct correspondence
with the counterparty to the PMSA.
● We
assessed the adequacy of the Company’s related disclosures in the financial statements.
We
have served as the Company’s auditor since 2025.
/s/
Ramirez Jimenez International CPAs
Irvine,
California
May
30, 2025
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BIMERGEN
ENERGY CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED
BALANCE SHEETS
2024
2023
December 31,
2024
2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 156,087
$ 152,417
Deferred offering costs
222,497
-
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
650,293
11,000
Total current assets
1,028,877
163,417
Intangible assets
22,222,200
-
Total
assets
$ 23,251,077
$ 163,417
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’
EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
273,482
35,229
Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities – related parties
540,003
-
Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities
540,003
-
Deferred revenue
943,500
-
Total current liabilities
1,756,985
35,229
Commitments and Contingencies (See Notes 7 and 12)
-
-
Stockholders’ equity
Preferred stock, $ 0.001
par value, 10,000,000 shares authorized, 0 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively
-
-
Common stock: $ 0.001 par
value, 1,000,000,000 shares authorized, 5,121,384 and 3,460,459 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024 and December 31,
2023, respectively
5,121
3,460
Additional paid-in capital
26,263,670
2,141,740
Accumulated deficit
( 4,774,699 )
( 2,017,012 )
Total stockholders’
equity
21,494,092
128,188
Total
liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$ 23,251,077
$ 163,417
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of the audited consolidated financial statements.
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BIMERGEN
ENERGY CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
For
the Year ended
December
31, 2024
For
the Year ended
December
31, 2023
REVENUE
$ -
-
COST OF REVENUE
-
-
GROSS PROFIT
-
-
OPERATING EXPENSES
General & Administrative
2,758,731
927,726
Total Operating Expenses
2,758,731
927,726
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS
( 2,758,731 )
( 927,726 )
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)
Interest and Other Income
1,044
7,308
Total Other Income (Expense)
1,044
7,308
LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES
( 2,757,687 )
( 920,418 )
BENEFIT
(PROVISION) FOR INCOME TAXES
-
-
NET
LOSS
$ ( 2,757,687 )
$ ( 920,418 )
BASIC
AND DILUTED LOSS PER SHARE
$ ( 0.54 )
$ ( 0.20 )
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES
5,144,443
4,603,066
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of the audited consolidated financial statements.
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BIMERGEN
ENERGY CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS ’ EQUITY
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Capital
Deficit
(Deficit)
Common
Stock
Preferred
Stock
Additional
Paid-In
Accumulated
Total
Stockholders’
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Capital
Deficit
Equity
Balances, December
31, 2022
3,682,185
$ 3,682
-
$ -
$ 1,292,238
$ ( 1,096,594 )
$ 199,326
Common Stock for Services
11,961
12
-
58,209
-
58,221
Stock Option Compensation
-
-
348,559
-
348,559
Restricted Stock Awards
10,715
11
-
29,989
-
30,000
Cancelled Stock from SuperGreen
( 367,913 )
( 368 )
-
368
-
-
Sale of Common Stock
123,512
124
-
412,376
-
412,500
Net loss
-
-
-
-
-
( 920,418 )
( 920,418 )
Balances, December
31, 2023
3,460,459
$ 3,460
-
$ -
$ 2,141,740
$ ( 2,017,012 )
$ 128,188
Balances
3,460,459
$ 3,460
-
$ -
$ 2,141,740
$ ( 2,017,012 )
$ 128,188
Common Stock for Services
6,970
7
-
-
79,202
-
79,209
Stock Based Compensation
20,715
21
1,246,161
-
1,246,182
Sale of Common Stock
64,337
64
575,936
-
576,000
Common Stock issued for Emergen Energy, LLC
1,587,300
1,587
22,220,613
-
22,222,200
Cancelled Stock from Litigation Settlement
( 18,396 )
( 18 )
18
-
-
Net loss
-
-
( 2,757,687 )
( 2,757,687 )
Balances, December 31, 2024
5,121,384
$ 5,121
-
$ -
$ 26,263,670
$ ( 4,774,699 )
$ 21,494,092
Balance
5,121,384
$ 5,121
-
$ -
$ 26,263,670
$ ( 4,774,699 )
$ 21,494,092
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of the audited consolidated financial statements.
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BIMERGEN
ENERGY CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
2024
2023
YEAR
ENDED DECEMBER 31,
2024
2023
Cash flows from operating
activities:
Net loss
$ ( 2,757,687 )
$ ( 920,418 )
Adjustments to reconcile
net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Common Stock issued for
services
79,209
58,221
Stock Compensation Expense
1,246,182
378,559
Changes in operating assets
and liabilities:
Prepaid expenses and other
assets
( 639,294 )
2,000
Deferred revenue
943,500
-
Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities
238,254
23,832
Accounts
payable and accrued liabilities – Related Parties
540,003
-
Net cash used in operating activities
( 349,833 )
( 457,806 )
Cash flows from financing
activities:
Cash from Sale of Common
Stock, net
576,000
412,500
Deferred
Offering Costs
( 222,497 )
-
Net cash provided by (used
in) financing activities
353,503
412,500
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash
equivalents
3,670
( 45,306 )
Cash and cash equivalents
at beginning of period
152,417
197,723
Cash and cash equivalents
at end of period
$ 156,087
$ 152,417
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash Investing
and Financing Activities:
Common Stock cancelled related to litigation
settlement agreement – 18,396 Common Shares
18
-
Common Stock issued in exchange for 100 % equity
interest in Emergen Energy LLC – 1,587,300 Common Shares
22,222,200
-
The
accompanying notes are an integral part of the audited consolidated financial statements.
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BIMERGEN
ENERGY CORPORATION
NOTES
TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE
1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS AND GOING CONCERN
Bimergen
Energy Corporation (the “Company”, “we” or “us”) was incorporated under the laws of Delaware on March
4, 1998. In connection with the Company’s planned expansion of its business following the completion of the acquisition of Bitech
Mining Corporation, a Wyoming corporation (“BTM”), it filed a Certificate
of
Amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation, as amended
(the “Certificate of Amendment”) with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware on April 29, 2022 to change its corporate
name to Bitech Technologies Corporation. On January 28, 2025, the Company filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Certificate to Incorporation
to: (i) effect a reverse stock split of its common stock, par value $ 0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”) at a ratio of 1
post-split share for every 140 pre-split shares; and (ii) to change the name of the Company to Bimergen Energy Corporation.
In
April 2024, the Company acquired a portfolio of development-stage Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and solar energy projects from
Emergen Energy LLC (“Emergen”). The acquired portfolio includes 23 utility-scale BESS projects with an estimated cumulative
storage capacity of 1.965 gigawatts (GW) and 13 utility-scale solar energy projects with an anticipated cumulative generation capacity
of 1.640 GW (collectively, the “Development Projects”), subject to completion of development, construction, and interconnection
milestones. The Company became the sole project owner upon acquisition.
As
of the date of this filing, the Development Projects are in various stages of development and have not yet achieved commercial operation.
The Company expects that certain BESS projects may be colocated with solar projects, depending on site configuration and permitting.
Reverse
Stock Split
On
February 3, 2025, the Company’s shareholders approved and the Company effected a reverse stock split of the shares of common stock
at a ratio of 1-for-140 (the “Reverse Stock Split”). The number of authorized shares and par value per share were not adjusted
as a result of the Reverse Stock Split. All references to shares, restricted stock awards, and options to purchase common stock, share
data, per share data, and related information contained in the financial statements have been retrospectively adjusted to reflect the
effect of the Reverse Stock Split for all periods presented.
Going
Concern
The
Company’s consolidated financial statements are prepared using the generally accepted accounting principles applicable to a going
concern, which contemplates the realization of assets and liquidation of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, the Company
has incurred substantial recurring losses from continuing operations, negative cash flows from operations, and is dependent on additional
financing to fund operations. We incurred a net loss of approximately $ 2.8 million and $ 0.9 million for the years ended December 31,
2024 and 2023. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $ 0.2 million and an accumulated deficit
of approximately $ 4.8 million. These conditions raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern
within one year after the date the financial statements are issued. The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments
relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary
should the Company be unable to continue in existence. The Company will need additional funding to sustain operations, satisfy existing
and future obligations and liabilities, and otherwise support the Company’s operations and business activities and working capital
needs. Management’s plans include attempting to secure additional required funding through equity or debt financings if available,
seeking to enter into one or more strategic agreements regarding, or sales of development rights. There is no assurance that the Company
will be successful in obtaining the necessary funding to sustain its operations or meet its business objectives.
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NOTE
2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis
of Presentation and Consolidation
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). Any references in these notes to applicable guidance is meant
to refer to the authoritative GAAP as found in the Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) and Accounting Standards Update
(“ASU”) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”).
The
accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Bimergen Energy Corporation. and its wholly owned subsidiary,
Emergen Energy, LLC. All significant intercompany transactions have been eliminated upon consolidation.
Revenue
recognition
Revenue
is recognized pursuant to ASC Topic 606, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers” (ASC 606). Accordingly, revenue is recognized
at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services
to a customer. This principle is applied using the following 5-step process:
1. Identify
the contract with the customer.
2. Identify
the performance obligations in the contract.
3. Determine
the transaction price.
4. Allocate
the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract.
5. Recognize
revenue when (or as) each performance obligation is satisfied.
We determined the appropriate method by which we recognize
revenue by analyzing the nature of the products or services being provided as well as the terms and conditions of contracts or arrangements
entered into with its customers. We account for a contract when it has approval and commitment from both parties, the rights of the parties
are identified, payment terms are identified, the contract has commercial substance and collectability of consideration is probable. A
contract’s transaction price is allocated to each distinct good or service (i.e., performance obligation) identified in the contract and
each performance obligation is valued based on its estimated relative standalone selling price.
We recognize the majority of its revenue at a point
in time when it satisfies a performance obligation and transfers control of the product to the respective customer. The amount of revenue
that is recognized is based on the transaction price, which represents the invoiced amount and includes estimates of variable consideration
such as allowances for estimated customer discounts or concessions, where applicable. The amount of variable consideration included in
the transaction price may be constrained and is included only to the extent that it is probable that a significant reversal in the amount
of the cumulative revenue recognized under the contract will not occur in a future period.
Use
of Estimates
The
preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets, liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the
reported amounts of expenses during the reporting period. On an ongoing basis, the Company evaluates its estimates and assumptions, including
those related to variable consideration, stock-based compensation, valuation of deferred tax assets and uncertain income tax positions.
Management bases its estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the
circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities and the amount
reported as revenue and expenses that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ materially from those estimates.
Development
Project Sale Revenue Recognition
The Company has entered into agreements with third
parties for the sale of solar development projects. These agreements may include an upfront, nonrefundable deposit and have milestone-based
consideration related to the development of the project by the purchaser.
Nonrefundable Upfront Deposits
Upfront deposits are non-contingent and nonrefundable.
These amounts are included in the transaction price and recognized as revenue at the point in time when milestones have been reported
by the purchaser covering the deposit amount received. Control of the related project rights is transferred to the customer upon completion
and payment of the milestones for each project. Transfer of control is determined based on the satisfaction of specified contractual milestones
(e.g., execution of site control, delivery of interconnection position, and funding confirmation). The Company does not assess whether
the contract contains a significant financing component for upfront deposits when the period between the customer’s payment and
the transfer of control is expected to be one year or less.
The
Company has determined to recognize revenue upon the determination that the appropriate milestones have been met per the project sale contract and as non-refundable. The Company will
relieve and charge to cost of sales the proportionate allocation of the intangible asset and the accrual of liabilities to EIP will follow
the matching principle of expenses recorded related to the timing of the revenues being recorded.
Milestone
Payments
Milestone Based Consideration
Milestone payments represent variable consideration and are included
in the transaction price when it becomes probable that a significant reversal of revenue will not occur. The Company evaluates each milestone
against the probability and measurability criteria under ASC 606 and includes such amounts in revenue only when achievement of the milestone
is deemed probable and the related deliverables have been substantially satisfied.
Fair
Value of Financial Instruments
Cash, accounts payable, and accounts payable – related parties as
reflected in the consolidated financial statements, approximates fair value. Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time,
based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates are subjective in nature and involve
uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly
affect the estimates.
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Cash
and Cash Equivalents
Cash
and cash equivalents consist of liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less. Cash equivalents are stated at cost,
which approximates fair value. We maintain cash and cash equivalents in banks which at times may exceed federally insured limits. We
have not experienced any losses on these deposits.
Deferred
Offering Costs
Deferred
offering costs consist of legal, accounting, and underwriter costs incurred through the balance sheet date that are directly related
to the offering and that will be charged to shareholders’ equity upon the completion of the offering. As of December 31, 2024
and 2023, the Company had deferred offering costs of $ 222,497
and $ 0 , respectively.
Intangible
Assets
To the extent that an intangible asset
is successfully developed into a revenue-generating asset, it will become a component of property, plant and equipment. To the extent
that an intangible asset is not successfully developed into a revenue-generating assets, it will be considered impaired and charged to
operations at that time. The estimation of the fair value of the projects requires significant management judgment with respect to revenue
and expense growth rates, changes in working capital and the selection and use of an appropriate discount rate. The estimates of the
fair value of the projects are based on the best information available as of the date of the assessment. The use of different assumptions
would increase or decrease estimated discounted future operating cash flows and could increase or decrease an impairment charge. Company
management uses its judgment in assessing whether assets may have become impaired between annual impairment tests. Indicators
such as adverse business conditions, economic factors and technological change or competitive activities may signal that an asset
has become impaired.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Cash and cash equivalents are financial instruments that
potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk. As of December 31, 2024, the Company also had investments in money market
funds, corporate debt obligations and U.S. Treasury bills, which can be subject to certain credit risks. The Company mitigates the risks
by investing in high-grade instruments, limiting its exposure to any one issuer and monitoring the ongoing creditworthiness of the financial
institutions and issuers. The Company has not experienced any material losses on its financial instruments and has full access to and
control over all of its cash and cash equivalents.
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Stock
Based Compensation
We
account for the measurement and recognition of compensation expense for all share-based payment awards made to employees and
directors, including employee stock options, based on estimated fair values. Under authoritative guidance issued by the Financial
Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”), companies are required to estimate the fair value or calculated value of
share-based payment awards on the date of grant using an option-pricing model. The value of awards that are ultimately expected to
vest is recognized as expense over the requisite service periods in our consolidated statements of operations. We use the
Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model to determine the fair-value of stock-based awards and the market trading price for any restricted
stock awards on the day of grant. We recognized $ 1,144,182
and $ 348,559
stock compensation related to stock options for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. We recognized $ 102,000
and $ 30,000
stock compensation related to restricted stock awards for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Income
Taxes
The Company accounts for income taxes using the asset and
liability method; under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between financial reporting
and tax reporting basis of assets and liabilities and are measured using enacted tax rates and laws that are expected to be in effect
when the differences are expected to reverse. Realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon future earnings, the timing and amount
of which are uncertain.
In evaluating the ability to recover its deferred income
tax assets, the Company considers all available positive and negative evidence, including its operating results, ongoing tax planning
and forecasts of future taxable income on a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis. In the event the Company determines that it would be able
to realize its deferred income tax assets in the future in excess of their net recorded amount, it would make an adjustment to the valuation
allowance that would reduce the provision for income taxes. Conversely, if all or part of the net deferred tax assets are determined not
to be realizable in the future, an adjustment to the valuation allowance would be charged to the provision of income taxes in the period
when such determination is made.
Tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions are recognized
when it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained during an audit. Tax positions that meet the more-likely-than-not
threshold are measured at the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement with the
taxing authority. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are included within the provision for income tax.
Legal
Costs and Contingencies
In
the normal course of business, we incur costs to hire and retain external legal counsel to advise us on regulatory, litigation and other
matters. We expense these costs as the related services are received.
The Company recognizes a loss contingency when it is both probable that
a liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. If the estimated loss is subject to potential recovery
from a third party, we assess the recoverability separately and recognize the amount of recovery only when realization is probable. Loss
contingencies that are reasonably possible, but not probable, are disclosed when material.
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Net
Loss per Share
Basic
and diluted net loss per common share is presented in accordance with ASC Topic 260, “Earnings per Share,” for all periods
presented. During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, common stock equivalents from outstanding stock options and warrants have
been excluded from the calculation of the diluted loss per share in the consolidated statements of operations, because all such securities
were anti-dilutive. The net loss per share is calculated by dividing the net loss by the weighted average number of shares outstanding
during the periods. The Company had 219,643 and 123,215 options that were potentially outstanding
dilutive securities during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively
Recent
Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740):
Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures. This ASU requires public entities, on an annual basis, to provide disclosure of specific categories
in the rate reconciliation, as well as disclosure of income taxes paid disaggregated by jurisdiction. ASU 2023-09 is effective for fiscal
years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The amendments in this ASU should be applied prospectively; however,
retrospective application is also permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact from the adoption of this standard on the
Company’s financial statements.
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, Income Statement - Reporting
Comprehensive Income - Expense Disaggregation (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses. The amendments in ASU 2024-03
require a public business entity to disclose specific information about certain costs and expenses in the notes to its financial statements
for interim and annual reporting periods. The objective of the disclosure requirements is to provide disaggregated information about a
public business entity’s expenses to help investors (a) better understand the entity’s performance, (b) better assess the entity’s prospects
for future cash flows, and (c) compare an entity’s performance over time and with that of other entities. ASU 2024-03 is effective for
fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2026, and for interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027, with early
adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard on its financial statements.
NOTE
3. STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
The
total number of authorized shares of our common stock, par value $ 0.001 per share, was 1,000,000,000
shares. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, there were 5,121,384
and 3,460,459 common shares issued and outstanding, respectively.
The total number of authorized shares of our preferred stock, par value
$ 0.001 per share, was 10,000,000 . There was no preferred stock outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and 2023.
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The
Company issued 11,961 unregistered shares of its Common Stock valued at $ 58,221 during the year ended December 31, 2023 as payment for
services provided to the Company.
The
Company issued 10,715 of restricted securities awards valued at $ 30,000 during the year ended December 31, 2023 as payment for director
compensation services provided to the Company.
During
April, May and June, 2023, the Company sold 80,358 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to six private investors in exchange for $ 225,000
($ 2.80 per share).
During
August 2023 the Company sold 4,762 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to one private investor for $ 20,000 ($ 4.20 per share)
During
October, November, and December 2023 the Company sold 38,393 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to three private investor for $ 167,500
($ 4.20 -$ 5.60 per share)
During
the year ended December 31, 2024 the Company sold 64,337 unregistered shares of its Common Stock to eight private investors for an aggregate
of $ 576,000 ($ 7.00 - $ 11.20 per share)
NOTE
4. STOCK OPTIONS
As
of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, there were 966,072 and 300,000 options
outstanding, respectively. The Company does not have an adopted option plan and can issue stock options up to the amount of
authorized shares that are no t issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2024.
We
have granted non-qualified stock options to employees and contractors. All non-qualified options are generally issued with an
exercise price no less than the fair value of the common stock on the date of the grant as determined by our Board of Directors.
Options typically may be exercised up to ten years following the date of the grant, with vesting schedules determined by us upon
grant. Vesting schedules vary by grant, with some fully vesting immediately upon grant to others that ratably vest over a period of
time up to five years. Standard vested options may be exercised up to three months following date of termination of the relationship
unless alternate terms are specified at grant. The fair values of options are determined using the Black-Scholes option-pricing
model. Forfeitures are accounted for as they occur. The estimated fair value of options is recognized as expense on the
straight-line basis over the options’ vesting periods. At December 31, 2024, we had approximately $ 4.6
million unrecognized stock-based compensation related to stock options expected to be recognized over the next 2.2 years on a weighted average.
Stock
option transactions during the year ended December 31, 2024 were as follows:
SCHEDULE
OF STOCK OPTION TRANSACTIONS
As of
December 31, 2024
Shares
Weighted-
Average
Exercise
Price
Outstanding at Beginning of Year
300,000
$ 4.32
Granted
801,429
131.14
Exercised
-
-
Forfeited or Cancelled
( 135,357 )
54.20
Outstanding and Vested
or Expected to Vest at End of Year
966,072
102.75
Options Exercisable at Year-End
219,643
4.90
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The
Black-Scholes option pricing model, used to estimate fair value of the option awards, requires the use of the following assumptions:
●
Fair value of common stock. The fair value of the common stock is the Company’s closing price per share on the OTC listing
at the grant date.
●
Expected Term. The expected term of options granted represents the period of time that the options are expected to be outstanding. Due
to the lack of historical exercise history, the expected term of the Company’s stock options has been determined by calculating
the midpoint of the contractual term of the options and the weighted-average vesting period.
●
Expected Volatility. The expected stock price volatility assumption was determined by examining the historical volatilities for industry
peers, as the Company did not have any trading history for the common stock. The Company will continue to analyze the historical stock
price volatility and expected term assumption as more historical data for the common stock becomes available.
●
Risk-Free Interest Rate. The risk-free interest rate assumption is based on the U.S. Treasury instrument whose term was consistent with
the expected term of the Company’s stock options.
●
Dividends. The Company has not paid any cash dividends on common stock since inception and does not anticipate paying any dividends in
the foreseeable future. Consequently, an expected dividend yield of zero was used.
The fair value of options granted was estimated using the Black-Scholes valuation model using the following assumptions for the years
ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively:
SCHEDULE
OF FAIR VALUE OF VALUATION ASSUMPTIONS
Year ended
December 31,
2024
2023
Expected volatility
99 %
101 %
Expected dividend yield
— %
— %
Expected term (in years)
5.8 - 6.1
2.9
- 7.5
Risk-free interest rate
3.4 %
- 4.6 %
4.0 %
- 4.7 %
The
fair value of options granted was estimated using the Black-Scholes valuation model using the following assumptions for the years ended
December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively:
Information
with respect to stock options outstanding and exercisable at December 31, 2024 is as follows:
SCHEDULE
OF STOCK OPTIONS OUTSTANDING AND EXERCISABLE
Options
Outstanding and Vested or Expected to Vest
Options
Exercisable
Range of
Exercise Prices
Number
Outstanding at
December 31, 2024
Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life
Weighted-
Average
Exercise Price
Number
Exercisable at
December 31, 2024
Weighted-
Average
Remaining Contractual Life
$ 3.50
- $ 210.00
966,072
9.0
$ 102.75
219,643
$ 8.3
Information with respect to stock options outstanding
and exercisable at December 31, 2023 is as follows:
Options
Outstanding
Range
of
Exercise
Prices
Number
Outstanding at
December 31,
2023
Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life
Weighted-
Average
Exercise
Price
$ 3.50
- $ 9.80
300,000
8.3
$ 4.32
Aggregate intrinsic value represents
the difference between the fair value of the underlying common stock and the exercise price. The intrinsic value of options outstanding
at December 31, 2023 was $ 1.0
million. The intrinsic value of options outstanding and vested or expected to vest and exercisable at December 31, 2024
was $ 0
million and $ 1.0
million, respectively. The weighted-average grant date fair value of options granted for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023,
was $ 6.88
and $ 2.18 ,
respectively. No options were exercised during the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
During preparation of the 2024 financial statements,
management discovered two immaterial errors in the 2023 results: (i) stock-based compensation had been understated by $ 108,725 , and (ii)
$ 89,234 of costs originally shown as “common stock issued for services” should have been included in stock-based compensation.
The corrections were recorded through a revision rather than a re-issuance of prior statements because the combined effect was not material
to any period. After the adjustments, stock-based compensation for 2023 totals $ 378,559 (previously $ 269,834 ), total operating expenses
are $ 927,726 (previously $ 819,001 ), and net loss is $ 920,418 instead of $ 811,693 . Accumulated deficit at 31 December 2023 increases to
$ 2,017,012 (from $ 1,908,287 ), and basic and diluted loss per share for 2023 changes from $ 0.18 to $ 0.20 . The revisions have no impact
on net cash used in operating activities; the change simply reclassifies amounts within the operating section of the statement of cash
flows. All share and per-share figures give effect to the 1-for-140 reverse stock split completed on 3 February 2025.
NOTE
5. RESTRICTED STOCK AWARDS
Restricted
Stock Award transactions during the years ended December 31, 2024 were as follows:
SCHEDULE
OF RESTRICTED STOCK AWARDS
December
31, 2024
Shares
Weighted-
Average Grant Date Fair Value
Unvested at Beginning of Period
57,027
$ 39.20
Granted
31,429
9.80
Vested
( 7,858 )
9.93
Forfeited or Cancelled RSAs
( 10,715 )
8.40
Unvested at End of Period
69,883
$ 34.05
At December 31, 2024, we had
approximately $ 2.4
million unrecognized stock-based compensation related to restricted stock awards. The weighted average non-performance based will be recognized over the next 0.6 years.
NOTE
6. ACQUISITION OF EMERGEN ENERGY LLC
On April 24, 2024 (the “Closing”),
Bimergen Energy Corp. (the “Company”) acquired 100 % of the membership interests of Emergen Energy LLC (“Emergen”)
pursuant to a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement dated April 14, 2024 (as amended on April 24, 2024, the “MIPA”). At Closing
the Company issued 1,587,300 unregistered shares of common stock to C & C Johnson Holdings LLC (an entity controlled by Cole Johnson)
with a fair value of $ 22.2 million (based on the $ 14.00 closing price on April 24, 2024). Emergen became a wholly-owned subsidiary; Mr.
Johnson simultaneously became President of the Company’s BESS and Solar divisions and a director of the Company.
Emergen, formed immediately prior to the transaction,
held only early-stage renewable-energy development rights and no liabilities or operating activities. Accordingly, management concluded
the transaction is an asset acquisition rather than a business combination
At acquisition Emergen’s
assets consisted of 1.965 GW and 3.840 GW of BESS and Solar Projects, respectively. Because the projects lacked substantive process or outputs,
the Company recorded the entire $ 22.2 million purchase price as indefinite-lived intangible assets (“Development Projects”)
and allocated the $ 22.2 million purchase price to the BESS and Solar portfolios based on relative fair values determined from project-level
discounted-cash-flow models corroborated by observable market pricing for comparable development assets. The Company allocated $ 20.0 million
and 2.2 million to BESS and Solar Projects respectively as of the acquisition date.
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The
following agreements were entered into on the date of Closing as provided for in the MIPA:
On April 24, 2024 the Company and Emergen entered into a PMSA with Energy
Independent Partners LLC (“EIP”), an entity controlled by Cole Johnson, under which EIP provides development, permitting,
and financing-support services for each project.
On April 24, 2025 the parties executed Amendment No. 2 to the PMSA,
stated to be effective June 28, 2024 and governed by Delaware law. Amendment 2 superseded Amendment 1 and eliminated the former Initial-Fee
and RTB-Fee construct, replacing it with a single “Development-Fee” model that is payable only when a project secures third-party,
project-specific financing. The principal commercial terms now in effect are:
● BESS projects. For each battery-storage project, the Company will owe EIP a development fee of $ 0.035 per watt once that specific
project secures third-party debt and/or equity financing sufficient to fund the fee. Based on the current BESS portfolio capacity (approximately
1.965 GW), the aggregate exposure, if every project achieves financing, would be about $ 69 million.
● Solar projects. For each solar-power project, the same rate—$ 0.035 per watt—applies, again only after project-specific
financing is in place. Given the remaining solar capacity in the Emergen portfolio (roughly 1.640 GW), the maximum potential fees total
approximately $ 57 million.
● Other renewable projects. For any future development projects that are neither BESS nor solar, the fee is the greater of (i) 50 percent
of gross margin or (ii) $ 0.02 per watt, payable once the project reaches ready-to-build (RTB) status. Because the Company has no such
projects in its pipeline today, no aggregate cap is presently estimable.
Based on portfolio capacities; actual fees depend on future financings
and may not be incurred.
● Sale-of-Project Clause – If a project is sold, EIP is entitled to the greater of unpaid Development Fees or 62.5 % of net sale
proceeds.
● Acceleration Clause – 62.5 % of unpaid fees accelerate within 90 days of (i) a change in control of the Company or (ii) removal
of Mr. Johnson from his role.
● Termination & Indemnification – The PMSA may be terminated by mutual consent or for cause; customary indemnities apply.
Because payment is contingent on future project-financing milestones,
no PMSA liabilities have been recognized as of December 31, 2024.
NOTE 7. SOLAR PROJECTS
SALE
On May 30, 2024 Emergen
Energy LLC (“Emergen”) entered into a Project Sale Agreement (“PSA”) with Bridgelink Development, LLC (“Bridgelink”)
covering 2.425 GW of green-field solar projects (the “Greenfield Projects”). Bridgelink simultaneously resold the projects
to an unrelated third-party purchaser (“Purchaser”).
Total consideration payable
to Emergen is $ 19.4 million, comprising:
● a non-refundable deposit of $ 0.9 million received in June 2024; and
● $ 18.5 million in milestone payments—$ 5,000 per MW upon securing necessary land rights and $ 3,000 per MW upon the project reaching
ready-to-build (“RTB”) status. There is no specified timetable for milestone achievement.
The deposit is
recorded as contract liability (deferred revenue). Revenue (and related cost) will be recognized at a point in time when the
relevant milestones are achieved by the purchaser, which management expects within twelve months of year-end. No milestone revenue was recognized in
2024 because the required conditions were not met.
Under the Project Management
Services Agreement (“PMSA”), Emergen remits 62.5 % of amounts received to Energy Independent Partners LLC (“EIP”),
an entity controlled by Cole Johnson, and retains 37.5 %. Accordingly, $ 0.6 million of the June 2024 deposit was paid to EIP and capitalized
to project-related intangible assets; the remaining $ 0.4 million remains deferred. Additional EIP payments will be recorded only when
Bridgelink remits milestone proceeds. Bridgelink may return a project, without refund, only if no milestone payment has yet been made
and the return occurs within seven years of the PSA’s effective date. A December 31 2024 amendment clarified that all funds paid
to Emergen are non-refundable and limited the return option as noted above; all other material terms remain unchanged.
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NOTE
8. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
All
transactions described in Notes to the Financial Statements 6 and 7 were transacted with a now related party, Cole Johnson,
President and Director, as of the April 24, 2024 acquisition of Emergen Energy, LLC. All negotiations related to these transactions
were prior to Cole Johnson being a related party to Bimergen.
NOTE
9 INCOME TAX
U.S.
Federal Corporate Income Tax
The Company’s effective income
tax rate differs from the amount computed by applying the federal statutory income tax rate to loss before income taxes as follows:
SCHEDULE OF RECONCILIATION OF STATUTORY INCOME TAX RATES AND EFFECTIVE TAX RATE
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Income tax benefit at federal statutory rate
( 21.0 )%
( 21.0 )%
State income tax benefit, net of federal benefit
( 8.8 )%
( 8.8 )%
Change in valuation allowance
29.8 %
29.8 %
Income taxes at effective rate
- %
- %
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Temporary
differences between financial statement carrying amounts and the tax basis of assets and liabilities and tax credit and operating loss
carryforward that create deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:
SCHEDULE
OF DEFERRED TAX ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
2024
2023
Tax Operating Loss Carryforward
- USA
$ 2,800,000
$ 1,569,000
Other
-
-
Valuation Allowance -
USA
( 2,800,000 )
( 1,569,000 )
Deferred Tax Assets,
Net
$ -
$ -
A valuation allowance is required to be established when it is more likely
than not that all or a portion of a deferred tax asset will not be realized. Realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon future
earnings, the timing and amount of which are uncertain. The Company has reviewed its positive and negative evidence and has concluded
that it is more likely than not that the net deferred tax assets will not be realized due to the cumulative losses incurred since inception;
therefore, the Company continues to maintain a valuation allowance. The valuation allowance increased by $ 1.2 million and $ 0.5 million
during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (“IRC”),
specifically Sections 382 and 383, the Company’s ability to use tax attribute carryforwards to offset future taxable income is limited
if the Company experiences a cumulative change in ownership of more than 50% within a three-year testing period. The Company has not completed
an ownership change analysis pursuant to IRC Section 382 therefore the ability to offset taxable income in the future may be impacted
by ownership changes occurring prior to December 31, 2024. If ownership changes within the meaning of IRC Section 382 occur in the future,
the amount of remaining tax attribute carryforwards available to offset future taxable income and income tax expense in future years may
be significantly restricted or eliminated. Further, the Company’s deferred tax assets associated with such tax attributes could
be significantly reduced or eliminated upon realization of an ownership change within the meaning of IRC Section 382. If eliminated, the
related asset would be removed from the deferred tax asset schedule, with a corresponding reduction in the valuation allowance. Additionally,
limitations on the utilization of the Company’s tax attribute carryforwards can increase the amount of taxable income and current
income tax expense recognized. Due to the existence of the valuation allowance, ownership change limitations that are not significant
may not impact the Company’s effective tax rate.
As
of December 31, 2024, we had federal net operating loss carryforwards for income tax purposes of approximately $ 2.8
million which expire after twenty years from when it occurred beginning in 2021. We also have California net operating loss
carryforwards for income tax purposes of approximately $ 2.8
million which expire
after twenty years from when it occurred beginning in 2021.
NOTE
11 SEGMENT INFORMATION
The
Company operates and manages its business as one reportable operating segment.
The Company’s CODM, the Chief Executive Officer, reviews internal financial information presented and decides how to allocate resources
based on net income (loss). Net income (loss) is used for evaluating financial performance.
Significant
segment expenses include salaries and payroll, legal fees, stock based
compensation, audit costs, contract services, rent, and other administrative expenses. The measurement of segment assets is reported on
the consolidated balance sheets as total assets. The following table presents the significant segment expenses and other segment items
regularly reviewed by our CODM.
SIGNIFICANT
OF SEGMENT EXPENSES AND OTHER SEGMENT ITEMS
For the Year Ended
December 31, 2024
For the Year Ended
December 31, 2023
Revenues
$ -
$ -
Cost of Goods Sold
-
-
Gross Profit
-
-
Operating Expenses
Salaries and Payroll Expenses
459,580
152,700
Legal Fees
278,248
193,945
Stock-based compensation
1,246,182
378,559
Audit Costs
48,730
42,500
Contract Services
401,166
-
Rent
19,261
17,186
Other operating expenses
305,564
142,836
Total Operating Expenses
2,758,731
927,726
Loss (Income) from Operations
( 2,758,731 )
( 927,726 )
Interest Income and Other (Expenses), net
1,044
7,308
Net loss before Income Tax
$ ( 2,757,687 )
$ ( 920,418 )
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NOTE
12 COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
The Company is subject to various claims, legal actions,
and regulatory proceedings arising in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, after consultation with legal counsel,
the ultimate resolution of these matters is not expected to have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position,
results of operations, or cash flows.
NOTE
13. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On January 28, 2025, the Company filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Certificate to Incorporation
to: (i) effect a reverse stock split of its common stock, par value $ 0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”) at a ratio of 1
post-split share for every 140 pre-split shares; and (ii) to change the name of the Company to Bimergen Energy Corporation. The reverse stock split was effected on February 3, 2025.
On
April 20, 2025 the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Emergen Energy, LLC, executed a definitive agreement with RelyEZ Energy
Group to form a joint venture to develop, construct, and operate up to 2 GW of utility-scale battery-energy-storage projects (2- to 4-hour
BESS) in the United States through 2027.
Capital
commitments. RelyEZ has committed up to $ 50
million, including an initial $ 10
million funding within 10 days of closing. The Company will contribute up to $ 12.5
million on a pro-rata basis after the first $ 10 million from RelyEZ.
Ownership
and economics. Until project refinancing, each project SPV will be owned 80 % by RelyEZ and 20 % by Emergen. After refinancing, the
Company may repurchase RelyEZ’s interest at cost plus a 12 % annual return.
Initial
projects. Four Texas projects totaling approximately 274 MW / 773 MWh (Redbird, Dos Rios, White Rock, and Oak Hill) are expected
to reach notice-to-proceed (NTP) within six months of closing.
Status
of accounting evaluation. This agreement was executed after December 31, 2024; therefore, no amounts related to the joint venture
are reflected in the accompanying 2024 financial statements.
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ITEM
9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
Not
applicable.
ITEM
9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Benjamin
B. Tran, our President and Chief Executive Officer, is our principal executive officer and Robert J. Brilon, our Chief Financial Officer,
is our principal financial officer.
Evaluation
of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our
management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) (our
principal executive officer and principal financial officer, respectively), evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and
procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”)) as
of December 31, 2024 (the “Evaluation Date”). Disclosure controls and procedures are controls and other procedures designed
to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized,
and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated
to our management, including our CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Management
recognizes that any system of controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance
of achieving its objectives, and necessarily applies judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures.
Based
on their evaluation, our CEO and CFO concluded that, as of December 31, 2024, our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective
to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed by us is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within
the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management,
including our CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. These conclusions were due to the
material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting described below.
Notwithstanding
the identified material weaknesses, management concluded that our financial statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K are
fairly stated, in all material respects, in accordance with U.S. GAAP for each of the periods presented.
Management’s
Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Our
management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Rules 13a-15(f)
and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act. Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance
regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with
U.S. GAAP.
Management
conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting based on the criteria set forth in the
2013 Internal Control - Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (“COSO
Framework”). Based on this evaluation, management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was not effective
as of December 31, 2024, due to the following material weaknesses:
●
Inadequate
segregation of duties consistent with control objectives;
●
Insufficient
number of personnel with an appropriate level of U.S. GAAP knowledge, experience, and ongoing training in the application of U.S.
GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements commensurate with our financial reporting requirements;
●
Failure
to appropriately design and maintain entity-level controls impacting the control environment, risk assessment, control activities,
information and communication, and monitoring activities to prevent or detect material misstatements;
●
Insufficient
qualified resources to ensure adequate oversight and accountability over the performance of controls, including retention of control
evidence;
●
Ineffective
identification and assessment of risks impacting internal control over financial reporting;
●
Insufficient
evaluation and determination as to whether components of internal controls were present and functioning, particularly for management
review controls and activity-level controls across substantially all financial statement areas;
●
Ineffective
general controls over information systems supporting the financial reporting process;
●
Ineffective
controls over the completeness and accuracy of information used in the operation of control activities; and
●
Ineffective
management review controls at a sufficient level of precision to detect material misstatements across substantially all financial
statement areas involving complex and judgmental accounting and disclosure matters.
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Attestation
of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
This
Annual Report on Form 10-K does not include an attestation report of our independent registered public accounting firm regarding internal
control over financial reporting. Management’s report was not subject to attestation by our independent registered public accounting
firm pursuant to rules of the SEC that permit certain companies, including newly public companies, to provide only management’s
report.
Changes
in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There
were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the year ended December 31, 2024, that have materially affected,
or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Inherent
Limitations on Effectiveness of Controls
Internal
control over financial reporting has inherent limitations. It may not prevent or detect all misstatements, and projections of any evaluation
of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate due to changes in conditions or that the
degree of compliance with policies and procedures may deteriorate. Internal control systems are also subject to human error or intentional
circumvention. Therefore, even effective internal controls can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement
preparation and presentation.
Changes
in Disclosure Controls and Procedures
None.
ITEM
9B. OTHER INFORMATION
On
April 20, 2025 the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Emergen Energy, LLC, executed a definitive agreement with RelyEZ Energy Group
to form a joint venture to develop, construct, and operate up to 2 GW of utility-scale battery-energy-storage projects (2- to 4-hour
BESS) in the United States through 2027.
Capital
commitments. RelyEZ has committed up to $50 million, including an initial $10 million funding within 10 days of closing. The Company
will contribute up to $12.5 million on a pro-rata basis after the first $10 million from RelyEZ.
Ownership
and economics. Until project refinancing, each project SPV will be owned 80 % by RelyEZ and 20 % by Emergen. After refinancing, the
Company may repurchase RelyEZ’s interest at cost plus a 12 % annual return.
Initial
projects. Four Texas projects totaling approximately 274 MW / 773 MWh (Redbird, Dos Rios, White Rock, and Oak Hill) are expected
to reach notice-to-proceed (NTP) within six months of closing.
Status
of accounting evaluation. This agreement was executed after December 31, 2024; therefore, no amounts related to the joint venture
are reflected in the accompanying 2024 financial statements.
The
foregoing summary of the Definitive Agreement does no t purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the complete
text of that agreements, which is attached to this Annual Report on Form 10-K as Exhibit 10.33 and is hereby incorporated by reference.
Item
9C. DISCLOSURE REGARDING FOREIGN JURISDICTIONS THAT PREVENT INSPECTIONS
None.
PART
III
ITEM
10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Set
forth below is information concerning our directors, director nominees, executive officers and other key employees.
Name
Age
Position(s)
and Office(s)
Benjamin
B. Tran
58
Chief
Executive Officer and Chairman
Cole
W. Johnson
38
President
and Director
Robert
J. Brilon
64
Chief
Financial Officer and Director
Van
H. Potter
66
Director
James
L. Stock
58
Director
Montgomery
Bannerman
69
Director
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Benjamin
B. Tran, PhD – Dr. Tran currently serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the company. He has been the corporate
strategist, investor, and financial partner in the formation and growth of several emerging growth technology companies. Dr. Tran specializes
in cross-border M&A, private equity, merchant banking advisory and technology marketing. He also serves as Managing Partner of Cleantek
Venture Capital, a cleantech-focused private equity advisory firm since January 2021 to present. Dr. Tran, at times, serves as senior
advisor to several publicly traded companies. From February 2021 to April 2022, Dr. Tran has served as Senior Capital Market Advisor
for Iveda Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: IVDA), an AI and IoT technology company to assist with financing and uplisting to Nasdaq. From August
2017 to January 2019, he served as Advisory Chairman of Vemanti Group, Inc. (OTCQB: VMNT), an innovative fintech company to assist in
M&A and international business development. From November 2018 to April 2021, Dr. Tran also co-founded and served as chairman of
CBMD, Inc., a privately held physician-based CBD science company specializing in pain management. Dr. Tran served as CFO of privately
held Stock Navigators, a leading software and educational training institution for technical traders from June 2018 to June 2019. Since
2014 to present, Dr. Tran has served as managing partner of United System Capital, a private equity advisory firm in Newport Beach, California.
Prior to United System Capital, Dr. Tran was managing partner of an Asia-based joint venture with Brean Murray Carret & Co., a New
York-based investment bank that has transacted over 100 IPOs/APOs/SPACs and raised over $4B for the U.S. and Asian companies. Dr. Tran
spearheaded the organization to formulate a multi-functional investment banking service for emerging growth companies via globalization
strategies. Dr. Tran has been seasoned international consultant providing corporate development and interim senior management to small
and medium sized enterprises in Silicon Valley and the Asia Pacific region. He also served as a board director, CFO, corporate strategist,
and executive advisor for several distressed companies, managing turn-around situations. As a Silicon Valley high-tech veteran, Dr. Tran
brings over 20 years of diversified experience including mergers and acquisitions, venture management, strategic marketing, and international
business development. Prior to his investment and corporate advisory career, Benjamin worked for technology leaders including Micron
Technology, Fujitsu Microelectronics, Mitsubishi Electric America, Philips Semiconductors, holding various senior technical and marketing
management positions. Dr. Tran received a Ph.D. in Business Administration, an MBA from the University of Phoenix, Master of Science
and Bachelor of Science degrees in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University, California. We believe Dr. Tran’s wealth
of credentials and experience make him well qualified to lead our company.
Cole
W. Johnson – Mr. Johnson has served as our President and Board Director since April 24, 2024 upon a business combination with
Bridgelink Development LLC to acquire Emergen Energy LLC, an asset holder of an array of battery energy storage system and solar projects.
Mr. Johnson is a Principal and Chief Executive Officer of C&C Johnson Holdings LLC, a family office, engaged in solar and energy
storage project development, that he founded and built beginning in 2018. Mr. Johnson’s role as CEO consisted of securing capital
for early-stage projects, negotiating and qualifying projects for project financing, acquiring strategic projects, and developing a variety
of projects promoting clean energy initiatives within strategic regions. From 2012 to 2018, Mr. Johnson was the Chief Executive Officer
of multiple service companies engaged in building and developing energy assets. We believe Mr. Johnson’s significant experience
in the energy sector make him well-qualified to serve as an officer and director of the Company.
Robert
J. Brilon – Mr. Brilon has served as our Chief Financial Officer since October 1, 2021 and was appointed as a director on April
14, 2022 and will resign his position as director effective upon the listing of the Company on a national securities exchange to ensure
compliance with the requirement to have a majority of independent directors on the Board. He also has served as Chief Financial Officer
for Iveda Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: IVDA) since December 2013. He was also Iveda’s President from February 2014 to July 2018 and
Treasurer from December 2013 to July 2018 and was appointed Treasurer again on December 15, 2021. Mr. Brilon served as Iveda’s
Executive Vice President of Business Development from December 2013 to February 2014 and as Iveda’s interim Chief Financial Officer
and Treasurer from December 2008 to August 2010. Mr. Brilon joined New Gen Management Services, Inc. in July 2017 as the CFO (subsequently
becoming President and CFO of New Gen in July 2018). Mr. Brilon was the President, Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary, and
Director of both Vext Science, Inc and New Gen until he resigned in February 2020. Mr. Brilon served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive
Vice President of Business Development of Brain State Technologies, a brainwave optimization software licensing and hardware company,
from August 2010 to November 2013. From January 2010 to August 2010, Mr. Brilon served as Chief Financial Officer of MD Helicopters,
a manufacturer of commercial and light military helicopters. Mr. Brilon also served as Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chief
Financial Officer of InPlay Technologies (NASDAQ: NPLA), formerly, Duraswitch (NASDAQ: DSWT), a company that licensed patented electronic
switch technology and manufactured digital pen technology, from November 1998 to June 2007. Mr. Brilon served as Chief Financial Officer
of Gietz Master Builders from 1997 to 1998, Corporate Controller of Rental Service Corp. (NYSE: RRR) from 1995 to 1996, Chief Financial
Officer and Vice President of Operations of DataHand Systems, Inc. from 1993 to 1995, and Chief Financial Officer of Go-Video (AMEX:VCR)
from 1986 to 1993. Mr. Brilon is a certified public accountant and practiced with several leading accounting firms, including McGladrey
Pullen, Ernst and Young and Deloitte and Touche. Mr. Brilon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University
of Iowa. The Company believes Mr. Brilon’s extensive experience in finance leadership roles with public companies makes him well-qualified
to serve as an officer and director of the Company.
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Van
H. Potter – Mr. Potter has served our board as an Independent Director since October 15, 2024.Mr. Potter has over 35 years
of experience as an executive in technology companies with a focus on emerging growth companies, and competencies in business development,
capital formation, and marketing/digital marketing. Mr Potter is the Founder/CEO of Gainey Capital since 2022, Mr. Potter founded and
was CEO of Certive Solutions Inc. (OTCQB:CTVEF) from to 2011-2023. Mr. Potter was CEO of InPlay Technologies (NASDAQ) (2008 - 2010) Mr.
Potter was the VP of Business Development for Pixtronix, a Kleiner Perkins / Atlas Ventures VC backed startup (2005-2010). Mr. Potter
was VP of Business Development at International DisplayWorks (NASDAQ), until it was acquired by Flextronics (NASDAQ). Mr. Potter was
Senior Vice President at Three Five Systems (NYSE), prior to its sale to International DisplayWorks. Mr. Potter holds a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University in Boston, and an MBA from Arizona State University. The Company feels
Mr. Potter’s extensive managerial and other experience running public companies will make him a valuable member of the board of
directors.
James
L. Stock, CPA, MBA - Mr. Stock has served our board as an Independent Director since October 15, 2024. He is a highly experienced
and strategic executive who has had a successful career spanning over 30 years. With a diverse background in both publicly traded, privately
held, and family-owned businesses, he has served as a Chief Financial Officer for companies with revenues ranging from $50 million to
$300 million and workforces of 225 to 1,000+ employees. His industry experience includes financial services, auto hauling, retail, construction,
manufacturing, and digital marketing and advertising. Mr. Stock’s expertise lies in various aspects of accounting and finance as
well as operations, including financial modeling, cash flow management, administrative oversight, risk management, capital raising, banking
and investor relations, and general corporate development. Since May 2023, Mr. Stock has served as the Chief Financial Officer of Hansen
& Adkins Auto Transport, Inc., from January 2020 to May 2023, he served as the Chief Financial Officer of Tinco Sheet Metal. Mr.
Stock was Chief Financial Officer for Howard’s Appliances in Southern California from 2018 to 2019, Mr. Stock was Chief Financial
Officer for Lifescript the largest women’s health and digital media company from 2003 – 2017, and prior to that held the
Chief Financial Officer position at HomeAcess MicroWeb [Nasdaq: GLDI] from 2001 – 2003 and prior to that was Senior Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer at Consumer Portfolio Services [Nasdaq: CPSS] from 1994 - 2001. He also worked as a Senior Associate at Coopers
& Lybrand (now PWC). Mr. Stock is an active CPA and holds an MBA from Pepperdine University, BS in Accounting from California Polytechnic
University in Pomona, California and has completed Villanova University’s Six Sigma Green Belt program. The Company believes Mr.
Stock is well-qualified to serve as a director due to accounting and financial expertise and managerial experience.
Montgomery
Bannerman – Mr. Bannerman has served our board as an Independent Director since November 1, 2024. Mr. Bannerman has over 35
years of experience as a technology executive in energy and telecommunications companies. Founding Partner, CEO, Denrgy Inc., Jan 2023
– Present, Miami, Florida, Denrgy develops district and municipal scale resilient renewable energy networks which make facilities
and communities more resilient to extreme weather events and deliver economic, employment and environmental benefits to the investors
and customers they serve. Founder & Director, ArcStar Energy, Jan 2007 - Mar 2023, New York, NY & Miami, FL. ArcStar Energy is
a renewable energy project advisory, M&A and managed development services company. Founder & CEO, MicroGrid Networks, LLC, Jan
2018 - May 2022, New York, NY, MGN develops and operates advanced large scale renewable microgrids which integrate with and serve utility
networks in New York City. Verso Technologies, CEO & President, Nov 2003 - Jun 2006, A multinational manufacturer of advanced distributed
power and communications network technologies for public utilities and competitive operators. SVP & CTO, NAP of the Americas, Jan
2000 - Oct 2003, Miami, FL, Responsible for design, engineering, construction and operation of the facility, technology and services
of the first privately-developed Network Access Point (NAP) one of the core hubs and exchanges for international telecommunication traffic
and revenue in the global Internet, Founder and Managing Director, IXS, 1997 – 1999, China, Co-founded and led this early international
Internet network operator providing services between businesses in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and USA markets. Founder and President,
DSP.COM, 1993 – 1996, San Francisco Bay Area, Founded and led this early commercial Internet Service Provider serving Northern
California. VP Business Development, Bell Canada International, Oct 1980 - Mar 1996, Multiple international executive leadership positions
in market penetrations and first deployments of large-scale distributed communications and power networks for this global leader in management
consulting, engineering and project management operating in deregulating markets worldwide. Undergraduate studies in business and finance
at Mohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology in Ontario Canada. Postgraduate studies at Bell Laboratories, Ottawa Canada. We believe
Mr. Bannerman’s significant experience in the energy sector make him well-qualified to serve as a director of the Company
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Family
Relationships
There
are no family relationships among any of our directors, director nominees or executive officers.
Terms
of Directors and Executive Officers
The
number of directors of the Company shall be not less than two nor more than seven. Each of our directors holds office until the next
annual meeting of shareholders and until his or her successor shall have been elected and qualified, until his or her resignation, or
until his or her office is otherwise vacated in accordance with our certificate of incorporation.
Our
officers are elected by and serve at the discretion of the board of directors.
Involvement
in Certain Legal Proceedings
None
of our directors, executive officers, significant employees or control persons has been involved in any legal proceeding listed in Item
401(f) of Regulation S-K in the past 10 years.
Officer
and Board Qualifications
Our
officers and board of directors are well qualified as leaders. In their prior positions they have gained experience in core management
skills, such as strategic and financial planning, public company financial reporting, compliance, risk management, and leadership development.
Our officers and directors also have experience serving on boards of directors and board committees of other public companies and private
companies, and have an understanding of corporate governance practices and trends, which provides an understanding of different business
processes, challenges, and strategies.
Board
of Directors and Board Committees
Our
board of directors consists of five directors, three of whom are independent as such term is defined by. We have determined that Montgomery
Bannerman, Van H. Potter and James L. Stock satisfy the “independence” requirements under.
Board
Committees
We
have established three committees under the board of directors: an audit committee, a compensation committee and a nomination and corporate
governance committee, and adopted a charter for each of the three committees. Copies of our committee charters are posted on our corporate
investor relations website.
Each
committee’s members and functions are described below.
Audit
Committee. Our audit committee consists of Montgomery Bannerman, Van H. Potter and James L. Stock. Mr. James L. Stock is the chair
of our audit committee. The audit committee will oversee our accounting and financial reporting processes and the audits of the financial
statements of our company. The audit committee is responsible for, among other things:
●
appointing
the independent auditors and pre-approving all auditing and non-auditing services permitted to be performed by the independent auditors;
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●
reviewing
with the independent auditors any audit problems or difficulties and management’s response;
●
discussing
the annual audited financial statements with management and the independent auditors;
●
reviewing
the adequacy and effectiveness of our accounting and internal control policies and procedures and any steps taken to monitor and
control major financial risk exposures;
●
reviewing
and approving all proposed related party transactions;
●
meeting
separately and periodically with management and the independent auditors; and
●
monitoring
compliance with our code of business conduct and ethics, including reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of our procedures to
ensure proper compliance.
Compensation
Committee. Our compensation committee consists of Montgomery Bannerman, Van H. Potter and James L. Stock. Mr. Van H. Potter is the
chair of our compensation committee. The compensation committee will be responsible for, among other things:
●
reviewing
and approving, or recommending to the board for its approval, the compensation for our chief executive officer and other executive
officers;
●
reviewing
and recommending to the shareholders for determination with respect to the compensation of our directors;
●
reviewing
periodically and approving any incentive compensation or equity plans, programs or similar arrangements; and
●
selecting
compensation consultant, legal counsel or other adviser only after taking into consideration all factors relevant to that person’s
independence from management.
Nominations
and Corporate Governance Committee. Our Nominations and Corporate Governance committee consists of Montgomery Bannerman, Van H. Potter
and James L. Stock. Mr. Van H. Potter is the chair of our Nominations and Corporate Governance committee. The nominating and corporate
governance committee is responsible for, among other things, (i) determining the qualifications, qualities and skills required to be
a director of the Company and evaluating, selecting and approving nominees to serve as directors, (ii) periodically reviewing, assessing
and making recommendations for changes to the Board of Directors and its committees and (iii) overseeing the process for evaluation of
the Board of Directors. Pursuant to the nominating and corporate governance committee charter, the nominating and corporate governance
committee has the authority to delegate all or a portion of its duties and responsibilities to a subcommittee of the nominating and corporate
governance committee. In addition, the nominating and corporate governance committee has unrestricted access to and assistance from our
officers, employees and independent auditors and the authority to employ experts, consultants and professionals to assist with performance
of their duties. The nominating and corporate governance committee is also responsible for establishing procedures regarding director
nominees put forward by stockholders. The committee is also responsible for establishing procedures for shareholder communications with
the Board of Directors.
Code
of Business Conduct and Ethics
We
have adopted a code of business conduct and ethics which is applicable to all of our directors, executive officers and employees. A copy
of the code of business conduct and ethics will be posted on our corporate investor relations website prior to our listing on Nasdaq.
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ITEM
11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The
following table summarizes all compensation recorded by us in the past two fiscal years for:
●
our
principal executive officer or other individual acting in a similar capacity during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024,
For
definitional purposes, these individuals are sometimes referred to as the “named executive officers.”
2024
and 2023 Summary Executive Compensation Table
Name and Principal Position
Year
Salary
($)
Bonus
($)
Stock Awards
($)
Option Awards
($)
Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation
($)
Change in Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation
($)
All Other Compensation
($)
Total
($)
Benjamin Tran
2024
206,000
-
-
1,200,000
-
-
-
1,406,000
CEO, President and Director
2023
132,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
132,000
Cole W. Johnson
2024
100,000
4,200,000
4,300,000
President and Director
2023
Robert J. Brilon
2024
148,000
-
600,000
-
-
-
748,000
CFO and Director
2023
19,000
-
10,000
98.000
-
-
-
127,000
Employment
Agreements
On
April 24, 2024, the Company entered into employment agreements (“Employment Agreements”) with two of its executive officers
and directors: Benjamin Tran (Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board) and Cole Johnson (President of the Company’s BESS
and Solar Division and a Director) and on May 3, 2024 the Company entered into an Employment Agreement with Robert J. Brilon (Chief Financial
Officer and Director).
The
Employment Agreements all provide for a term of five years that may be terminated by the Company for death or disability and with or
without cause, by the executive with or without good reason, or mutually terminated by the parties. If the Employment Agreements are
terminated without cause by the Company or for good reason by the employee, the Company is obligated to pay the terminated person the
balance of their base salary for the remainder of the term in a lump sum and any equity grant made to such person shall automatically
vest. If the Employment Agreement is terminated for cause by the Company, the terminated person shall be entitled to their Base Salary
through the date of termination. In the event that a change of control occurs during the term of the Employment Agreements, any unvested
portion of any equity grants which includes the stock options discussed below, shall, to the extent not already vested, be deemed automatically
vested without any further action of the parties to the Employment Agreements.
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The
Executive Agreements provide respectively for a base salary of $240,000 for Mr. Tran and an award of stock options to purchase 142,858
shares of the Company’s common stock pursuant to the Option Award Agreement discussed below, and a $240,000 base salary for Mr.
Brilon and an award of stock options to purchase 71,429 shares of the Company’s common stock pursuant to the Option Award Agreement
discussed below a $200,000 base salary for Mr. Johnson and an award of stock options to purchase 485,715 shares of the Company’s
common stock pursuant to the Option Award Agreement discussed below, as well as possible annual discretionary bonuses determined by the
Board. The base salary for Mr. Brilon will begin upon uplisting to a national stock exchange.
On
April 24, 2024, the Company entered into Option Agreements with executive officers: Benjamin Tran (Chief Executive Officer and Chairman
of the Board) and Cole Johnson (President of the BESS and Solar Division and a Director), respectively and on May 3, 2024 the Company
entered into an Option Agreement with Robert J. Brilon (Chief Financial Officer and Director).
Each
respective Option Agreement grants to each of the following persons options to acquire shares of the Company’s common stock, to
vest as set forth in the Option Agreement, as follows:
●
Benjamin
Tran – 142,858 options; and
●
Cole
W. Johnson – 485,715 options; and
●
Robert
J. Brilon – 71,429 options.
Exercise
Prices and Vesting. The Exercise Prices for the Options are as follows: (a) for the first 1/5th of the granted Options, $70.00 per share
of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the first annual anniversary of the Award Date; (b) for the second 1/5th of the granted
Options, $105.00 per share of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the second annual anniversary of the Award Date; (c) for
the third 1/5th of the granted Options, $140.00 per share of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the third annual anniversary
of the Award Date; (d) the fourth 1/5th of the granted Options, $175.00 per share of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the
fourth annual anniversary of the Award Date; and (e) for the final 1/5th of the granted Options, $210.00 per share of Common Stock which
may be exercised on or after the fifth annual anniversary of the Award Date.
On
April 19, 2022, the Company and Mr. Brilon entered into an Independent Contractor Agreement whereby Mr. Brilon (the “Independent
Contractor Agreement”) agreed to serve as the Chief Financial Officer of the Company and shall have such duties and authorities
consistent with such position as are customary for the position of chief financial officer of a company of the size and nature of the
Company, and such other duties and authorities as shall be reasonably determined from time to time by the Board of Directors of the Company
consistent with such position and to serve as an officer of any subsidiary of the Company as may be reasonably requested from time to
time by the Board of Directors. In addition, Mr. Brilon agreed to serve as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors. The Independent
Contractor Agreement may be terminated by either party on 15 days prior written notice without cause or five days after written notice
in the event of a breach of the agreement by either party.
Mr.
Brilon also signed a Proprietary Information and Inventions Agreement whereby he agreed that any proprietary information developed during
the term of his service will be owned by the Company and that such information will be held in strict confidence and not disclosed to
anyone outside the Company. In addition, Mr. Brilon agreed to, during the term of his service to the Company, refrain from engaging in
or assisting anyone from engaging in any activity that is competitive with or similar to the business or proposed business of the Company
and from soliciting any employees or consultants to the Company during the term of his engagement and thereafter for a period of one
year from leaving or terminating their engagement with the Company.
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As
Compensation for Mr. Brilon’s service to the Company, the Company made the following awards to him:
●
On
February 13, 2023 a grant of a nonstatutory stock option (the “Stock Option”) to purchase 35,715 shares of the Company’s
Common Stock at an exercise price of $ 3.50 per share. The options subject to this grant vest 80% on the date of the grant, 10% on
January 1, 2024 and 10% on January 1, 2025 so long as Mr. Brilon is providing services to the Company or one of its subsidiaries;
provided, however, the vesting is subject to acceleration such that if Mr. Brilon is terminated from his role without cause (as defined
in the Stock Option) the number of shares subject to the Stock Option in the year of termination shall vest plus the number of shares
that would have vested in the following year. In the event Mr. Brilon’s service is terminated with cause, the number of shares
subject to the Stock Option in the year of termination shall vest. The Stock Option may be exercised for the earlier of (1) ten years
from grant date or (2) five (5) years after termination as a member of the Company’s board of directors.
●
On
April 3, 2023 a grant of a nonstatutory stock option (the “Stock Option”) to purchase 35,715 shares of the Company’s
Common Stock at an exercise price of $ 4.20 per share. The Stock Option vest 50% on the date of the grant and 50% on April 3, 2024
so long as the recipient of the award is providing services to the Company or one of its subsidiaries; provided, however, the vesting
is subject to acceleration such that if the recipient is terminated from his role without cause (as defined in the Stock Option)
the number of shares subject to the Stock Option in the year of termination shall vest plus the number of shares that would have
vested in the following year. In the event the recipient’s service is terminated with cause, the number of shares subject to
the Stock Option awarded to such recipient in the year of termination shall vest. The Stock Option may be exercised for the earlier
of (1) ten years from grant date or (2) five (5) years after termination as a member of the Company’s board of directors.
●
On
November 27, 2023 an award of 3,572 shares of restricted common stock, of which 100% vested on December 31, 2023.
Outstanding
Equity Awards at Fiscal Year End
2024
OUTSTANDING EQUITY AWARDS AT FISCAL YEAR-END TABLE
The
following table sets forth information with respect to the options outstanding by the Named Executive Officers held at fiscal year-end.
Option
Awards
Stock
Awards
Name
Number
of securities underlying unexercised options (#) exercisable
Number
of securities underlying unexercised options (#) unexercisable
Option
exercise price ($)
Option
expiration date (1)
Number
of shares that have not vested (#)
Market
value of shares that have not vested ($) (2)
Benjamin Tran.
–
–
$ –
–
–
$ –
CEO and Director
142,858
142,858
(5 )
4/24/2034
Cole W. Johnson
485,715
485,715
(5 )
4/24/2034
President
–
–
Robert J. Brilon
32,143
3,572
$ 3.50
2/13/2033(3)
33,113
$ 324,500
CFO and Director
35,715
$ 4.20
4/3/2033(4)
–
–
71,429
71,429
(5 )
4/24/2034
(1)
The
expiration date of each option occurs on the earlier of (i) ten years after the date of grant of each option or (ii) five years after
the termination.
(2)
The
market value was computed by multiplying the closing market price of common stock on December 31, 2024 ($9.80) by the number of restricted
stock awards that have not vested.
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(3)
The
unvested options vest on January 1, 2025 so long as Mr. Brilon is providing services to the Company or one of its subsidiaries; provided,
however, the vesting is subject to acceleration such that if Mr. Brilon is terminated from his role without cause (as defined in
the Stock Option) the number of shares subject to the Stock Option in the year of termination shall vest. In the event Mr. Brilon’s
service is terminated with cause, the number of shares subject to the Stock Option in the year of termination shall vest.
(4)
The
unvested options vest on April 3, 2024 so long as the recipient of the award is providing
services to the Company or one of its subsidiaries; provided, however, the vesting is subject
to acceleration such that if the recipient is terminated from his role without cause (as
defined in the Stock Option).
(5)
Exercise
Prices and Vesting. The Exercise Prices for the Options are as follows: (a) for the first 1/5th of the granted Options, $70.00 per
share of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the first annual anniversary of the Award Date; (b) for the second 1/5th
of the granted Options, $105.00 per share of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the second annual anniversary of the Award
Date; (c) for the third 1/5th of the granted Options, $140.00 per share of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the third
annual anniversary of the Award Date; (d) the fourth 1/5th of the granted Options, $175.00 per share of Common Stock which may be exercised
on or after the fourth annual anniversary of the Award Date; and (e) for the final 1/5th of the granted Options, $210.00 per share
of Common Stock which may be exercised on or after the fifth annual anniversary of the Award Date.
Compensation
of Directors
The
following table sets forth all compensation paid to or earned by each of our directors during fiscal year 2024, except for compensation
with respect to Messrs. Tran and Brilon. Information with respect to the compensation of these directors is included above in the “Summary
Compensation Table.” As our executive officers, none of these directors (other than as described above) received any compensation
for service as a director during fiscal year 2024.
Name
Fees
Earned
or
Paid
in Cash (1)
($)
Stock
Awards
($)
Option
Awards
(2)
($)
Non-Equity
Incentive
Plan
Compensation
($)
Non-qualified
Deferred
Compensation
Earnings
($)
All
Other
Compensation
($)
Total
($)
Greg
Trimarche
Former
Director (3)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Van
H. Potter
Director
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
James
L. Stock
Director
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Montgomery
Bannerman
Director
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Notes:
(1)
Director
cash compensation during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.
(2)
The
amounts reported in the Stock Awards and the Option Awards columns reflect aggregate grant date fair value computed in accordance
with ASC Topic 718, Compensation—Stock Compensation. These amounts reflect our calculation of the value of these awards at
the grant date and do not necessarily correspond to the actual value that may ultimately be realized by the named executive officer.
Assumptions used in the calculation of these amounts are included in the Notes to our audited consolidated financial statements for
the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, which are included elsewhere in this Annual Report.
(3)
Greg
Trimarche . On October 22, 2024 Mr. Trimarche resigned as a board member.
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Compensation
Policies and Practices as they Relate to Risk Management
We
attempt to make our compensation programs discretionary, balanced and focused on the long term. We believe goals and objectives of our
compensation programs reflect a balanced mix of quantitative and qualitative performance measures to avoid excessive weight on a single
performance measure. Our approach to compensation practices and policies applicable to employees and consultants is consistent with that
followed for its executives. Based on these factors, we believe that our compensation policies and practices do not create risks that
are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on us.
ITEM
12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
The
following table sets forth information, as of December 31, 2024, concerning, except as indicated by the footnotes below, (i) each person
whom we know beneficially owns more than 5% of our common stock, (ii) each of our directors, (iii) each of our named executive officers
and (iv) all of our directors and executive officers as a group. We have determined beneficial ownership in accordance with the rules
of the SEC. Except as indicated by the footnotes below, we believe, based on the information furnished to us, that the persons and entities
named in the table below have sole voting and investment power with respect to all shares of common stock that they beneficially own,
subject to applicable community property laws. Applicable percentage ownership is based on 5,121,384 shares of common stock outstanding
at December 31, 2024. In computing the number of shares of common stock beneficially owned by a person and the percentage ownership of
that person, we deemed outstanding shares of common stock subject to stock options or warrants held by that person that are currently
exercisable or exercisable within 60 days of December 31, 2024. We did not deem these shares outstanding, however, for the purpose of
computing the percentage ownership of any other person. Unless otherwise noted, stock options and warrants referenced in the footnotes
below are currently fully vested and exercisable.
Name and Address
of Beneficial Owner
Number
of
Common
Shares
Beneficially
Owned
Percent
of Class
Benjamin B. Tran (1)
1,046,037 (2)
20.4 %
Robert J. Brilon (1)
117,313 (3)
2.3 %
Cole Johnson (1)
1,587,300 (4)
31.0 %
Van H. Potter (1)
-
-
James L. Stock (1)
2,215
* %
Montgomery Bannerman (1)
-
-
All directors and named executive officers
as a group (6 persons)
2,752,865
53.0 %
5% Shareholders
Michael H. Cao (5)
1,287,694 (6)
25.1 %
Total 5% Shareholders
1,287,694
25.1 %
*
Less
than 1%,
Unless
otherwise indicated below, the address for each beneficial owner is c/o Bimergen Energy Corporation, 895 Dove Street, Suite 300,
Newport Beach, CA 92660.
(1)
The
named individual is one of our executive officers or directors. His address is c/o Bimergen Energy Corporation, 895 Dove Street,
Suite 300, Newport Beach, California 92660.
(2)
Includes
the following: (i) 367,984 shares of common stock held directly, (ii) 367,913 shares held by Mr. Tran’s spouse and (iii) 310,140
shares owned by United System Capital LLC (“USC”), over which Mr. Tran has voting control and therefore may be deemed
to have indirect beneficial ownership of all or a portion of the securities owned directly by USC. Mr. Tran disclaims beneficial
ownership of the reported securities except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein.
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(3)
Includes
the following: (i) 9,198 shares of common stock (ii) 33,113 shares of restricted common stock which vest upon uplisting to a
national stock exchange, (iii) 3,572 shares of restricted common stock issued in November 2023 which vested on December 31, 2023,
(iv) 35,715 shares of common stock issuable upon exercise of stock options exercisable within 60 days of the date of this table at
$3.50 per share and (v) 35,715 shares of common stock issuable upon exercise of stock options exercisable within 60 days of the
date of this table at $4.20 per share.
(4)
Held
by C&C Johnson Holdings over which Mr. Johnson holds voting and dispositive control.
(5)
On
December 15, 2022, Mr. Cao resigned as a member of the Board of Directors.
(6)
Includes
the following: (i) 367,913 shares of common stock held by Michael Cao’s spouse and (ii) 919,782 shares owned by B&B Investment
Holding LLC (“B&B”), over which Michael Cao has voting control and therefore may be deemed to have indirect beneficial
ownership of all or a portion of the securities owned directly by B&B. Mr. Cao disclaims beneficial ownership of the reported
securities except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein. Information derived from a Form 3 filed by Michael Cao on April
6, 2022.
Securities
Authorized for Issuance under Equity Compensation Plans
None.
ITEM
13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS; AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE
Related
Party Transactions
The
following is a description of transactions since January 1, 2022 to which we were a party in which (i) the amount involved exceeded or
will exceed the lesser of $120,000 of one percent (1%) of our average total assets at year-end for the last two completed fiscal years
and (ii) any of our directors, executive officers or holders of more than 5% of our capital stock, or any member of the immediate family
of, or person sharing the household with, any of the foregoing persons, who had or will have a direct or indirect material interest,
other than equity and other compensation, termination, change in control and other similar arrangements, which are described under “Executive
and Director Compensation.”
Cole
Johnson
Cole
Johnson, our President and Member of the Board of Directors, is the principal and sole member of C & C Johnson Holdings, LLC (“C&C”),
the holder of approximately 31% of the Company’s outstanding capital stock. Mr Cole is also the principal and sole owner of Energy
Independent Partners LLC (“EIP”) and Bridgelink Development LLC (“Bridgelink”).
On
April 14, 2024, the Company, Emergen Energy LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Emergen”), Bridgelink, C&C and
Cole Johnson entered into a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement (the “MIPA”) whereby the Company agreed to issue to Bridgelink,
at closing, 1,587,300 shares of the Company’s unregistered common stock in exchange for a 100% ownership interest in Emergen.
Following the closing of the MIPA, Mr. Johnson became the President of the Company’s BESS and Solar Divisions and a member of the
Board. In addition, Emergen became a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company with C&C’s ownership interest in the Company being
approximately 31.3% based on 5,079,220 shares of the Company’s common stock outstanding after giving effect to the issuance of
the shares of Common Stock pursuant to the MIPA.
At
the closing of the MIPA, the Company and Emergen also entered into a Project Management Services Agreement (the “PMSA”)
and subsequent amendments with Energy Independent Partners LLC. Pursuant to the terms of the PMSA, EIP will provide the following
project management services in connection with the development and operation of each of the Development Projects (collectively, the
“Services”): (i) assist as needed with qualifying the Development Projects for financing; (ii) assist as needed with
obtaining all permits required for development of the Development Projects which have sufficient rights to use all necessary real
property, and for which the applicable draft interconnection agreement has been received for the Development Projects (“RTB
Status”); and (iii) if Emergen foregoes the development of a Development Project, EIP will assist the Company as needed with
marketing the Development Project to a third party or develop and retain the Development Project outside of Emergen.
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Emergen
held certain contractual and other rights to develop a portfolio of battery energy storage system (“BESS”) projects identified
in the MIPA with a cumulative storage capacity estimated at 1.965 gigawatts (GW) upon completion of the construction of such project
(the “BESS Development Projects”) and rights to develop a portfolio of solar energy development projects with a cumulative
capacity estimated at 3.840 GW upon completion of construction of such project (the “Solar Development Projects,” together
with the BESS Development Projects, collectively, the “Development Projects”). The Development Projects included no tangible
assets, no binding contracts that would create a liability and no binding contracts for revenue generation. The Development Projects
were deemed intangible assets and we have recorded the entire value of the 1,587,300 unregistered shares valued at the closing price
on April 24, 2024 of $14.00 ($22,222,200).
On
May 30, 2024, Emergen entered into a Project Sale Agreement (“Project Sale Agreement”) with Bridgelink for an estimated 2.425
GW of Emergen’s estimated 3.840 GW of solar energy development projects. Bridgelink has sold these greenfield projects, along with
projects in its own portfolio, to an unrelated third party (“Purchaser”) which also executed that agreement on May 30, 2024.
The total amount to be received by Emergen for the projects sold to Bridgelink is $19,400,000, provided the projects achieve a Point
of Interconnection and subsequently obtain all Necessary Land Rights. Bridgelink retains the option to transfer or return certain or
all projects within ten (10) days written notice to Emergen if the Purchaser decides, at any time, not to go forward with development
of certain or all of the projects. A deposit from Bridgelink will be received within five business days of the execution of the agreement
for $943,500 and Emergen will pay 62.5% ($589,687.50) to Energy Independent Partners LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, (“EIP”)
in accordance with the Project Management Services Agreement by and between (i) Bimergen Energy; (ii) Emergen; and (iii) EIP and the
remaining 37.5% (353,812.50) of the proceeds shall remain with Emergen. The remaining proceeds of $18,456,500 shall be received within
five business days when Bridgelink receives milestone payments from the Purchaser for these projects. Effective December 31, 2024, Emergen
and Bridgelink amended the Agreement to provide that Bridgelink could only return a Project if it has not yet made a milestone payment
to Emergen on prior to the seventh (7th) anniversary of the Effective Date of the Agreement
During
2024, the Company paid EIP $250,000 for its portion of the deposit under the Project Sales Agreement and has $339,687.50 in accounts
payable to EIP at December 31, 2024.
Director
Independence
We
currently have three independent directors on our board; Van H. Potter, James L. Stock, and Montgomery Bannerman. The definition of “independent”
used herein is arbitrarily based on the independence standards of The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC. The board performed a review to determine
the independence of Van H. Potter, James L. Stock, and Montgomery Bannerman and made a subjective determination as to each of these directors
that no transactions, relationships or arrangements exist that, in the opinion of the board, would interfere with the exercise of independent
judgment in carrying out the responsibilities of a director of the Company. In making these determinations, the board reviewed information
provided by these directors with regard to each individual’s business and personal activities as they may relate to us and our
management.
ITEM
14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES
The
following table sets forth the fees paid or accrued by us for the audit and other services provided or to be provided by our principal
independent accountants during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023. On April 14, 2025, the Audit Committee approved the engagement
of RJI CPAs (“RJI”) as the Company’s new independent registered public accounting firm for and with respect to the
year ending December 31, 2024. On July 8, 2024, after review and recommendation of the Committee, We appointed Farber Hass Hurley LLP
(“FHH”) as the Company’s new independent registered public accounting firm for and with respect to the year ending
December 31, 2024. Effective July 8, 2024, the Company, dismissed Fortune CPAs (“Fortune”) as the Company’s independent
registered public accounting firm. Fortune was the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for completed fiscal
years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 and the subsequent interim period through the date of July 8, 2024’s dismissal
RJI
fees summarized below:
2024
2023
Audit Fees(1)
$ 113,750
$ -
Audit Related Fees(2)
-
-
Tax Fees(3)
-
-
Total Fees
$ 113,750
$ -
FHH
fees summarized below:
2024
2023
Audit Fees(1)
$ 38,593
$ -
Audit Related Fees(2)
-
-
Tax Fees(3)
-
-
Total Fees
$ 38,593
$ -
Fortune
fees summarized below:
2024
2023
Audit Fees(1)
$ 43,000
$ 36,000
Audit Related Fees(2)
-
-
Tax Fees(3)
-
-
Total Fees
$ 43,000
$ 36,000
(1)
Audit
Fees: This category represents the aggregate fees billed for professional services rendered by our then principal independent accountant
for the audit of our annual financial statements and review of financial statements included in our Form 10-Q and Form 10-K and services
that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements for the fiscal years.
(2)
Audit
Related Fees: This category consists of the aggregate fees billed for assurance and related services by the principal independent
accountant that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit or review of our financial statements and are not reported
under “Audit Fees.”
(3)
Tax
Fees: This category consists of the aggregate fees billed for professional services rendered by the principal independent accountant
for tax compliance, tax advice, and tax planning.
Pre-Approval
of Audit and Non-Audit Services
All
above audit services, audit-related services and tax services, for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, were pre-approved
by our Audit Committee, which concluded that the provision of such services was compatible with the maintenance of that firm’s
independence in the conduct of its auditing functions. The Audit Committee’s outside auditor independence policy provides for pre-approval
of all services performed by the outside auditors.
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PART
IV
ITEM
15. EXHIBITS
Exhibit
No.
Description
3.1
Articles of Incorporation dated March 4, 1998. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-SB filed with the SEC on January 5, 2000.)
3.2
Amended Articles of Incorporation dated April 23, 1998. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-SB filed with the SEC on January 5, 2000.)
3.3
Amended Articles of Incorporation dated January 4, 2002. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10KSB filed with the SEC on May 21, 2003.)
3.4
Amended Articles of Incorporation dated December 19, 2003. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-KSB filed with the SEC on May 20, 2004.)
3.5
Amended Articles of Incorporation dated November 4, 2004. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-KSB filed with the SEC on April 15, 2005)
3.6
Amended Articles of Incorporation dated September 7, 2005. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-QSB filed with the SEC on November 16, 2005)
3.7
Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation dated September 30, 2015. (Incorporated by reference from Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 7, 2015.)
3.8
Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation dated January 20, 2021 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.8 to the Company’s Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 26, 2021.)
3.9
Certificate of Designations of Preferences and Rights of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock dated March 31, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.9 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 4, 2022).
3.10
Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation, as amended, dated April 28, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on May 2, 2022).
3.11
By-Laws dated April 23, 1998. (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-SB filed with the SEC on January 5, 2000.)
3.12
Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation, as amended, dated January 28, 2025 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 3, 2025).
10.1
Secured Promissory Note with Peter Dalrymple, dated August 31, 2020 (Incorporated by reference from Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 2, 2020)
10.2
Security Agreement with Peter Dalrymple, dated August 31, 2020 (Incorporated by reference from Form 8-K filed with the SEC on September 2, 2020)
10.3
Letter agreement with Peter Dalrymple, dated October 28, 2021 (Incorporated by reference from Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 2, 2021)
10.4
Amendment to Secured Promissory Note with Peter Dalrymple, dated October 29, 2021 (Incorporated by reference from Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 2, 2021)
10.5
Share Exchange Agreement among Spine Injury Solutions, Inc., Bitech Mining Corporation, its shareholders and Benjamin Tran as Stockholders’ Representative dated as of March 31, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 4, 2022).
10.6
Management Services Agreement between Spine Injury Solutions, Inc., Quad Video Halo, Inc. and Peter L. Dalrymple dated as of March 31, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 4, 2022).
10.7
Amendment to Secured Promissory Note Agreement between Spine Injury Solutions, Inc., Quad Video Halo, Inc. and Peter L. Dalrymple dated as of March 31, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 4, 2022).
10.8
Amendment to Security Agreement between Spine Injury Solutions, Inc., Quad Video Halo, Inc. and Peter L. Dalrymple dated as of March 31, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.8 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 4, 2022).
10.9
†
Form of Independent Contractor Agreement (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 20, 2022).
10.10
†
Form of Proprietary Information and Inventions Agreement (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 20, 2022).
10.11†
Form of Restricted Stock Agreement (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 20, 2022).
10.12
Asset Purchase Agreement entered into among Quad Video Halo, Inc., Quad Video Holdings Corporation and Peter Dalrymple dated June 30, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 1, 2022).
10.13
Asset Purchase Agreement entered into among Bitech Technologies Corporation, SPIN Collections LLC and Peter Dalrymple dated June 30, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 1, 2022).
10.14
Secured Promissory Note and Security Agreement Cancellation Agreement entered into among Bitech Technologies Corporation, Quad Video Halo, Inc., Quad Video Holdings Corporation and Peter Dalrymple dated June 30, 2022 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit10.3 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 1, 2022).
10.15
Patent & Technology Exclusive and Non Exclusive License Agreement entered into between SuperGreen Energy Corp. and Bitech Mining Corporation dated January 15, 2021 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.15 of the Company’s Form S-1 filed on August 15, 2022).
10.16
Amendment of Patent & Technology Exclusive License Agreement entered into between SuperGreen Energy Corp. and Bitech Mining Corporation dated October 25, 2021 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.16 of the Company’s Form S-1 filed on August 15, 2022).
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10.17
Consent to Sublicense Agreement and Amendment to Patent & Technology Exclusive and Non Exclusive License Agreement entered into between SuperGreen Energy Corp., Bitech Mining Corporation and Calvin Cao dated as of March 27, 2022 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.17 of the Company’s Form S-1 filed on August 15, 2022).
10.18
Confidential Settlement, Mutual Release, and Share Transfer Agreement between the Company, Bitech Mining Corporation, Calvin Cao and SuperGreen Energy Corporation dated as of February 20, 2023 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of the Company’s Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2023).
10.19 †
Form of Stock Option Agreement (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 of the Company’s Form 8-K filed on December 21, 2022).
10.20
Form of Subscription Agreement for U.S. Residents (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.19 of the Company’s Form 10-Q filed on August 15, 2023).
10.21
Letter Agreement entered into between the Company and Bridgelink Development, LLC dated January 8, 2024.
10.22
Membership Interest MIPA dated April 14, 2024 by Bitech Technologies Corporation, Emergen Energy LLC, Bridgelink Development, LLC, C & C Johnson Holdings LLC, and (v) Cole W. Johnson.
10.23
Amendment No. 1 dated April 24, 2024 to Membership Interest MIPA dated April 14, 2024 by Bitech Technologies Corporation, Emergen Energy LLC, Bridgelink Development, LLC, C & C Johnson Holdings LLC, and (v) Cole W. Johnson.
10.24
Employment Agreement between Bitech Technologies Corporation and Benjamin Tran dated April 24, 2024.
10.25
Option Agreement between Bitech Technologies Corporation and Benjamin Tran dated April 24, 2024.
10.26
Employment Agreement between Bitech Technologies Corporation and Cole Johnson dated April 24, 2024.
10.27
Option Agreement between Bitech Technologies Corporation and Cole Johnson dated April 24, 2024.
10.28
Project Sale Agreement between Bitech Technologies, Corporation, Emergen Energy, LLC and Bridgelink Development LLC dated May 30, 2024
10.29
Project Management Services Agreement among Bitech Technologies Corporation, Emergen Energy LLC and Emergen Independent Partners LLC dated April 24, 2024
10.30
First
Amendment effective June 28, 2024 to Project Management Services Agreement
10.31*
First Amendment effective December 31, 2024 to the Project Sale Agreement dated May 30, 2024
10.32*
Second Amendment effective June 28, 2024 to Project Management Services Agreement
10.33*
Definitive Agreement between Emergen Energy, LLC and R elyEZ e ffective A pril 20, 2025
21.1
Subsidiaries (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 21.1 of the Company’s Form 10-K filed on March 31, 2023).
31.1*
Certification of principal executive officer required by Rule 13a – 14(1) or Rule 15d – 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
31.2*
Certification of principal financial officer required by Rule 13a – 14(1) or Rule 15d – 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.1*
Certification of principal executive officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Section 1350 of 18 U.S.C. 63.
32.2*
Certification of principal financial officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Section 1350 of 18 U.S.C. 63.
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Filed
or furnished herewith.
†
Includes
management contracts and compensation plans and arrangements.
ITEM
16. FORM 10-K SUMMARY
None.
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SIGNATURES
In
accordance with the requirements of Section 13 of 15(d) of the Exchange Act, the Registrant has caused this report to be signed on its
behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, on May 30, 2025.
Bimergen Energy Corporation
/s/
Benjamin B. Tran
By:
Benjamin
B. Tran
Chief
Executive Officer
Pursuant
to the requirements of the Exchange Act, this report has been signed below by the following persons in the capacities and on the dates
indicated:
Signature
Title
Date
/s/
Benjamin B. Tran
Chief
Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer),
May 30, 2025
Benjamin
B. Tran
President and Director
/s/
Robert J. Brilon
Chief
Financial Officer (Principal Financial and
May 30, 2025
Robert
J. Brilon
Accounting Officer) and Director
/s/ Cole W. Johnson
Director and President
May 30, 2025
Name: Cole Johnson
/s/ Van H. Potter
Director
May 30, 2025
Name: Van H. Potter
/s/ James L. Stock
Director
May 30, 2025
Name: James L. Stock
/s/ Montgomery Bannerman
Director
May 30, 2025
Name: Montgomery Bannerman
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