Birchtech Commences Enforcement of $78 Million Judgment Payment
CORSICANA, Texas, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Birchtech Corp. (TSX: BCHT) (OTCQB: BCHT) (“Birchtech” or the “Company”), a leader in specialty activated carbon technologies for sustainable air and water treatment, today announced that on February 2, 2026, Birchtech formally requested payment of its $78 million judgment against the CERT entities in its Delaware litigation.
On December 29, 2025, the U.S. District Court of Delaware issued a final judgment of $78 million against the “CERT” Defendants following the jury trial in March 2024, which concluded with a verdict that included a unanimous finding against the Defendants of willful infringement, along with inducing and contributory infringement. Pursuant to Federal Rule 62(a), the 30-day stay of execution from the issuance of the final judgment has lapsed and the Company may begin immediate enforcement of its judgment.
On January 28, 2026, CERT filed a notice of appeal and CERT is still permitted to seek a bonded stay to prevent execution of the judgment pending its appeal. If CERT does seek this protection, it will need to provide a bond or other security to ensure that the judgment is collectable. CERT's failure to request a bonded stay during the 30-day period of the automatic stay means that Birchtech is free to seek payment of the full judgment amount unless a Court approves CERT's bond or other security. Interest on the $78 million judgment amount continues to accrue during the appeal period.
Richard MacPherson, CEO of Birchtech, said: “Birchtech intends to vigorously pursue its enforcement options (including discovery of assets, seizures, liens, garnishments, and clawbacks, if necessary) to receive full payment as expeditiously as possible.”
About Birchtech Corp.
Birchtech Corp. (TSX: BCHT) (OTCQB: BCHT) is a provider of specialty activated carbon technologies, delivering innovative solutions for air and water purification to support a cleaner, more sustainable future. The Company provides patented SEA® sorbent technologies for mercury emissions capture for the coal-fired utility sector and is developing disruptive water purification technologies with a specialization on forever chemicals such as PFAS and PFOS. Backed by a strong intellectual property portfolio and a team of activated carbon experts, Birchtech provides cleaner air to North American communities and is applying this expertise to an innovative approach in water purification. To learn more, please visit .
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Forward-looking statements in this release include statements regarding the enforcement of the Company’s judgment, the appeal process, and the timing, amount or likelihood of any potential recovery. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances, including the outcome of the appeal, whether the defendants obtain and maintain a bonded stay, and the defendants’ ability or willingness to satisfy the judgment. There can be no assurance regarding the timing and amount of any recovery while the appeal is pending, or that the Company will ultimately be successful in the appeal process. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied.
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Investor Relations Contact:
Lucas A. Zimmerman
Managing Director
MZ Group - MZ North America
(949) 259-4987
