Desert Control Reports Strong 2024 Performance

Key Takeaways

• Desert Control doubled revenues in 2024, driven by commercial golf course clients, expanded agriculture projects, and increased licensing revenue in the Middle East.
• Q4 highlights include securing California golf course contracts, tripling licensing revenue in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and selection for a United Nations WFP Innovation Accelerator project in Iraq.
• The next-generation production system, achieving 120,000 L/hour capacity, remains on track for commercial launch in mid-2025.
• Post-quarter agreement secured with Oasis Date, North America’s largest date grower, for 160 acres of LNC deployment with potential expansion to 5,000 acres.
• Cash position at $5.62 million USD, with no interest-bearing debt, supporting continued scalability and commercialization efforts in 2025.

Breakthrough Year in 2024

Desert Control (Profile) reported significant progress in 2024, advancing from pilot projects to full-scale commercial deployments. The company achieved its first full-scale golf course contracts, expanded agricultural applications, and tripled licensing revenue in the Middle East.

Revenue and project volumes more than doubled compared to 2023, positioning Desert Control for a projected tenfold increase in 2025.

“2024 was a transformative year for Desert Control, as we moved from pilot programs to commercial adoption. With strong demand for our LNC technology and increasing scalability, we are well-positioned for significant growth in 2025,” the company stated.

Q4 2024 Highlights

1. First Full-Scale Golf Course Deployments

• Signed contracts with two California golf courses under a pay-as-you-save model, totaling $1.23 million USD in potential value.
• This recurring revenue model accelerates adoption and shortens sales cycles.

2. Licensing Expansion in the Middle East

• Licensing revenue tripled from Q3 to Q4, driven by new deployments in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
• Signed agreements for commercial real estate projects in the UAE and a collaboration with Estidama in Saudi Arabia for sustainable agriculture applications.

3. Selected for UN WFP Innovation Accelerator

• Funded demonstration project in Iraq under the World Food Programme’s SPRINT program.
• Focuses on restoring degraded land for food security and climate resilience.

4. Next-Gen Production System Achieves 120,000 L/Hour

• Field-tested in H2 2024, with an 8X capacity increase.
• On track for commercial readiness in mid-2025, reducing costs and increasing scalability.

5. Post-Quarter Deal with Oasis Date

• $132,000 USD contract signed on January 15, 2025, for 160 acres of LNC deployment.
• Potential for expansion to 5,000 acres, representing a major opportunity in sustainable agriculture.

Financial Performance

• Revenue more than doubled, with LNC revenue reaching $165,000 USD.
• EBITDA improved to -$4.99 million USD, reflecting operational efficiencies and licensing growth.
• Cash reserves at $5.62 million USD, with no interest-bearing debt, ensuring financial stability for continued expansion.

Outlook for 2025

Desert Control is poised for significant growth in 2025, with:

✔ Scaling from pilot programs to full-scale commercial deployments in golf, agriculture, and urban landscaping.
✔ Next-gen production system launch, unlocking higher capacity and cost efficiencies.
✔ Expanding licensing revenues and recurring revenue contracts.
✔ Strong commercial pipeline driving growth in soil health and water conservation markets.

Read the complete financial results here.