Predictable hydrokinetic electricity from tides and rivers helps Indigenous and remote communities breathe cleaner air, lower costs, and build resilience. ‘If you control your energy, you control your future’—and that future should be cleaner, safer, and more secure for families everywhere.””— Dorn Beattie, CEO Swordfish Energy Corporation today announced an expanded focus on the health, affordability, and community benefits of clean hydrokinetic power—reliable electricity generated from moving water in tidal and river currents to help accelerate the global shift away from diesel- based power in off-grid and remote regions. Across thousands of communities worldwide, diesel generators are still the default source of electricity for homes, clinics, schools, water systems, and local businesses. But the true cost of diesel isn’t just measured in dollars—it’s measured in smoke in the air, noise through the night, and the constant worry of what happens when the fuel doesn’t arrive. High fuel and transport costs, mechanical breakdowns, and volatile supply chains, especially in places accessible only by boat, ice road, or seasonal routes—can limit what communities can build, sustain, and protect. Swordfish Energy’s hydrokinetic approach is built to deliver predictable, locally produced baseload energy wherever strong tidal or river currents exist. By generating power from natural flows—without damming rivers or flooding land—hydrokinetic systems can help communities breathe cleaner air, live with less noise, and rely on steadier electricity day after day. Reducing diesel use can also lower exposure to combustion-related pollutants, especially for children, Elders, and people with pre-existing health conditions. Just as important, replacing delivered diesel with local renewable generation can lower the long-run cost of electricity. In remote regions, diesel power is expensive because fuel must be transported, stored, and managed—and those costs rise with distance, weather disruptions, and global price swings. Hydrokinetic power draws from an always-available local resource, reducing ongoing fuel expenses and helping stabilize rates over time. For families and businesses, a lower and more predictable cost of electricity can mean more than savings—it can mean more opportunity, more security, and a stronger foundation for the future. “Too many communities are forced to choose between electricity and clean air,” said Dorn Beattie, CEO of Swordfish Energy. “We believe energy should strengthen health, not compromise it. Beattie added, “The real win is affordable reliability—when you stop paying to burn and ship fuel, you can put that money back into homes, schools, clinics, and local businesses. Clean power shouldn’t be a premium product; it should be the lowest-cost option for the people who need it most.” Diesel dependence can also create cascading impacts when fuel deliveries are delayed or electricity becomes unaffordable. When power is rationed, the consequences show up fast: medicines can’t stay cold, lights go out earlier, homes become harder to heat or cool, and essential services slow down or stop. In many regions, health clinics and emergency response rely on stable electricity for diagnostics, communications, sterilization equipment, and vaccine cold chains. Swordfish Energy’s hydrokinetic systems aim to provide continuous power so communities can operate vital infrastructure with greater confidence—especially when it matters most. Beyond local health impacts, switching from diesel generation to renewable hydrokinetic power can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants. Each megawatt-hour generated from clean water currents replaces diesel consumption, lowering emissions and helping communities and regional partners progress toward climate and sustainability goals. As more jurisdictions adopt stronger climate reporting and clean-energy procurement requirements, hydrokinetic electricity can also deliver measurable ESG outcomes for project partners and stakeholders. Swordfish Energy emphasizes that the opportunity is global. Coastal, island, riverine, and delta communities—where transport costs are high and grid extension is uneconomic—often have flowing-water resources capable of supporting local generation. Paired with modern power electronics, storage, and smart microgrid controls, hydrokinetic systems can strengthen resilience, reduce vulnerability to fuel price spikes, and create a clearer pathway toward long-term, affordable energy independence. The company is advancing its commercialization pathway, engaging with partners and communities seeking clean baseload energy solutions that prioritize health, reliability, and lower consumer energy costs. Swordfish Energy’s long-term vision includes scalable deployments that can grow from powering essential services to enabling broader development—such as small industry, local processing, connectivity, and clean water systems—while sharply reducing the health, financial, and environmental costs of diesel dependence. Tara Harker Social Media Coordinator Swordfish Energy Inc. +1 778-242-7886 tara@swordfish-energy.ca