Reborn Materials Announces Strategic Investment in B2En

“Combining American Enzyme Innovation with Korean AI Technology to Solve Plastic Waste”

Reborn Materials Inc., a leading sustainability-focused company based in Los Angeles, today announced a strategic investment and management participation in B2En Co., Ltd. (KOSDAQ: 307870), a top-tier Korean AI and big-data analytics firm listed on Korea’s KOSDAQ exchange.

Reborn Materials specializes in enzyme-enhanced biodegradable plastics, developed and commercialized in the United States to tackle global plastic pollution proactively. This new strategic alliance between Reborn and B2En will develop an advanced lifecycle analysis platform, integrating enzyme-driven biodegradation processes with precise AI-powered tracking and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) data verification.

Under the investment agreement disclosed by B2En on July 18, Reborn Material Holdings and three additional investors collectively acquired a 30.20% stake (13,844,719 shares) from existing shareholders, including EXTWINS Fund No.1, valued at approximately KRW 19.9 billion (~USD 15.7 million). Specifically, Reborn Material Holdings now owns 6,525,533 shares (12.84%), making it the largest single shareholder in B2En.

Jason Kang, COO of Reborn Materials, emphasized: “The root challenge in plastic waste management has traditionally been systemic rather than material-centric. Integrating B2En’s AI analytics enables us to transparently measure biodegradation performance and provide verifiable ESG data.”

B2En, an established AI and data analytics provider since its KOSDAQ listing in 2018, is highly regarded for its expertise in ESG data validation and management. This partnership will significantly enhance B2En’s capacity to expand its ESG analytics offerings globally.

Additionally, Reborn Materials has initiated a strategic academic collaboration with Occidental College, a renowned liberal arts institution in Los Angeles. Research teams led by Professor Vikram Shende at Occidental and Dr. Samantha Kelly from Reborn Materials’ enzyme engineering division will jointly develop next-generation enzyme technologies and innovative solutions for sustainable plastics management.

“This collaboration with Occidental College represents more than academic research—it establishes a practical blueprint for addressing environmental challenges through industry-academic cooperation,” said Jason Kang. “We anticipate this partnership becoming a benchmark for sustainability-driven innovation.”

Through these strategic partnerships, Reborn Materials aims to aggressively pursue ESG market opportunities worldwide, establishing new standards for sustainability and transparency in the global plastics industry.

About Reborn Materials Inc.
Reborn Materials, headquartered in Los Angeles, is dedicated to solving global plastic pollution through innovative enzyme-enabled biodegradable plastic solutions. Its plastics technology safely biodegrades after usage, delivering clear, measurable ESG results. With advanced AI-based analytics and lifecycle tracking, Reborn Materials drives the plastics industry toward an authentic circular economy.

About B2En Co., Ltd.
B2En (KOSDAQ: 307870) is a leading AI and big-data analytics company based in Seoul, South Korea. Specializing in ESG-focused digital solutions, B2En provides industry-leading analytics to accurately track, validate, and manage ESG data. Its data-driven solutions help global corporations transparently align environmental responsibility with strategic business performance.

About Occidental College
Located in northeast Los Angeles, Occidental College integrates experiential liberal arts education with the extensive cultural and intellectual resources of a global city. Occidental’s unique approach prepares graduates to actively engage with global issues, fostering a deep commitment to excellence, equity, community, and public service.