Case study 4 Desert Control Desert Control is revolutionizing the fight against desertification and water scarcity with their groundbreaking liquid natural clay (LNC) technology, which enhances soil health, conserving water and revitalizing ecosystems. Through UpLink’s Engagement Programme, Chief Executive Officer Ole Kristian Sivertsen represented the company at the Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2023 (AMNC23) in Tianjin, China. During a live-streamed issue briefing titled “Soil Matters”, Sivertsen presented the LNC technology, gaining global visibility and credibility. Reflecting on the experience, he stated, “UpLink’s support has been instrumental in Desert Control’s journey, offering unmatched visibility, credibility and connections that have propelled our innovation forward. UpLink remains dedicated to accelerating our success, from forging partnerships to unlocking opportunities for high-impact projects.” Building on this momentum, the company achieved remarkable financial and operational milestones in 2024. They more than doubled their LNC deployment and revenue, closing the year’s final quarter with a 114% increase in their cash balance compared to 2023. Operating without interest-bearing debt, their approach reflects their commitment to long-term sustainability. Desert Control’s innovative solutions are yielding impressive results globally. In California, landscaping pilots achieved over 25% irrigation savings, with some clients reporting reductions exceeding 50%. In Arizona, an LNC-treated date farm nearly doubled its yield, highlighting the technology’s potential for high-value crops. These successes culminated in Desert Control’s first full-scale golf course deployment at Berkeley Country Club under an outcome-based business model, yielding monthly recurring revenue and a total contract value with the potential to exceed $500,000. Desert Control also secured its first licensing royalties in the Middle East and signed a contract for 1.8 million litres of LNC for a United Arab Emirates real estate project, laying the foundation for a scalable, royalty-based revenue model. Recently, the company joined the United Nations World Food Programme’s Innovation Accelerator SPRINT Programme to pilot its technology in Iraq. Credit: Desert Control UpLink’s support has been instrumental in Desert Control’s journey, offering unmatched visibility, credibility and connections that have propelled our innovation forward. UpLink remains dedicated to accelerating our success, from forging partnerships to unlocking opportunities for high-impact projects. Ole Kristian Sivertsen Chief Executive Officer, Desert Control Uplink Annual Impact Report March 2025 24

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