LanzaTech Appoints Regenerate Power’s Reyad Fezzani to Board of Directors

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LanzaTech Global (NASDAQ: LNZA) has appointed Reyad Fezzani, Chairman and CEO of Regenerate Power , to its Board of Directors. Fezzani brings over 30 years of experience in global energy markets and renewable energy innovation, including a 20-year tenure at BP where he served as CEO of the company's global chemicals and renewable energy businesses.

The appointment expands LanzaTech's Board to eight members and aims to leverage Fezzani's expertise in large-scale project development as the company scales its carbon management technologies. His experience is expected to be particularly valuable for LanzaTech's Power-to-X projects and the CirculAir waste-to-SAF solution launched in 2024 with LanzaJet.

Fezzani currently serves as a director at Carbon Collect and as Lead Independent Director at Woodard & Curran. His previous roles include chairmanships at Tata BP Solar India and various renewable energy companies.

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• Board expansion strengthens governance with experienced energy sector executive
• Strategic alignment with Power-to-X and SAF initiatives through new director's expertise
• Addition of leadership experience in large-scale project development and operational execution

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Fezzani’s three decades of global energy expertise and leadership in renewable energy development will bolster LanzaTech’s mission to globally deploy its leading carbon management technology

CHICAGO, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech” or the “Company”), the carbon management company transforming waste carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, materials, and protein, today announced the appointment of Reyad Fezzani, Chairman and CEO of Regenerate Power LLC, to its Board of Directors. With over 30 years of leadership in global energy markets and renewable energy innovation, Fezzani’s extensive experience in large-scale project development and operational execution is expected to provide critical insights as LanzaTech continues its commercial growth trajectory and advances the deployment of its carbon management technologies.

“We are honored to welcome Reyad to our Board of Directors,” said LanzaTech Chair and CEO Dr. Jennifer Holmgren. “Reyad’s deep expertise in the power and renewable energy sectors, along with his track record of leading successful global-scale initiatives, equip him with ideal experience to provide invaluable guidance as we increase our participation in Power-to-X projects and capitalize on the momentum behind our waste-to-SAF solution, CirculAir, that we jointly launched in 2024 with LanzaJet. From his decades of leadership at BP, where he spearheaded renewable energy projects, to his entrepreneurial achievements with Regenerate Power, Reyad has demonstrated a remarkable ability to drive sustainable growth while advancing innovative solutions. His contributions will play a vital role as we profitably scale our operations and elevate our impact across multiple industrial sectors.”

During his 20-year tenure at BP, Fezzani held several senior executive roles, including CEO of the company’s global chemicals and renewable energy businesses. In these capacities, he led operations across multiple continents and oversaw the development of pioneering solar and wind energy projects. Since leaving BP, Fezzani co-founded and has led Regenerate Power LLC, where he has driven the development, ownership, and operation of utility-scale renewable energy projects.

“It is a privilege to join LanzaTech’s Board of Directors and contribute to its groundbreaking work in providing proven carbon management technologies,” said Fezzani. “Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about advancing sustainable energy solutions, and LanzaTech’s approach to carbon reuse represents a critical advancement in the energy transition. I look forward to supporting and augmenting the company’s efforts to scale its impactful technologies and achieve widespread global adoption.”

In addition to his role at Regenerate Power, Fezzani is currently a director and also previously served as Board Chairman for Carbon Collect Limited, a private company focused on direct air capture technology. He also currently serves as Lead Independent Director at Woodard & Curran, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) engineering company. His prior board roles include Chairmanships at Tata BP Solar India and other renewable energy and technology companies.

Fezzani’s appointment increases LanzaTech’s Board of Directors to eight members, reinforcing the Company’s commitment to strong governance and diverse leadership. His extensive expertise in renewable energy development and global business leadership align closely with LanzaTech’s vision to convert waste carbon into everyday products.

About LanzaTech
LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) is the carbon management company transforming waste carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, materials, and protein for everyday products. Using its bio-recycling technology, LanzaTech captures carbon generated by energy-intensive industries at the source, preventing it from being emitted into the air. LanzaTech then gives that captured carbon a new life as a clean replacement for virgin fossil carbon in everything from household cleaners and clothing fibers to packaging and fuels. By partnering with companies across the global supply chain like ArcelorMittal, Coty, Craghoppers, REI, and LanzaJet, LanzaTech is paving the way for a circular carbon economy. For more information about LanzaTech, visit https://lanzatech.com.

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Investor Relations
Kate Walsh
VP, Investor Relations & Tax
Investor.Relations@lanzatech.com

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Director of Communications
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FAQ

Who is the newest board member appointed to LanzaTech (LNZA) in January 2024?

Reyad Fezzani, Chairman and CEO of Regenerate Power , was appointed to LanzaTech's Board of Directors.

What is Reyad Fezzani's experience in the energy sector before joining LanzaTech's board?

Fezzani has over 30 years of experience in global energy markets, including 20 years at BP where he served as CEO of global chemicals and renewable energy businesses.

How many members are now on LanzaTech's (LNZA) Board of Directors?

With Fezzani's appointment, LanzaTech's Board of Directors has increased to eight members.

What specific projects at LanzaTech (LNZA) will benefit from Fezzani's expertise?

Fezzani's expertise will particularly benefit LanzaTech's Power-to-X projects and the CirculAir waste-to-SAF solution launched in 2024 with LanzaJet.

What other board positions does Reyad Fezzani currently hold?

Fezzani currently serves as a director at Carbon Collect and as Lead Independent Director at Woodard & Curran.