XCF Global Begins Producing Renewable Fuels at New Rise Renewables Reno

• Initial renewable diesel production marks commissioning and restart milestone as facility advances toward planned sustainable aviation fuel configuration

• Marks transition to expected revenue-generating operations following completion of commissioning and startup

HOUSTON, July 9, 2026 (Newswire.com) - XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF") (Nasdaq:SAFX), an emerging U.S.-based producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel ("SAF"), today announced that its New Rise Renewables Reno facility has begun producing renewable fuels, with initial production consisting of renewable diesel as the Company advances standard commissioning and restart sequencing.

The facility is operating consistently as systems are brought online and optimized, with throughput expected to increase in a measured manner under real-world operating conditions.

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As production ramps, XCF expects New Rise Reno to begin contributing revenue from renewable fuel sales, marking an important step in the Company's transition from commissioning to commercial operations.

"We have completed extensive due diligence and upgrade work at New Rise Reno with a focus on maximizing yields, improving efficiency, and supporting safe, reliable operations," said Chris Cooper, Chief Executive Officer of XCF Global. "Beginning renewable fuels production, initially in the form of renewable diesel, is an important milestone as we continue commissioning activities, optimize the facility, and advance toward our planned SAF operating configuration."

As part of its planned operating configuration, New Rise Reno is designed to transition into sustainable aviation fuel production, supporting XCF's long-term strategy to expand SAF supply.

XCF believes current operations reflect the successful completion of key commissioning and restart milestones and position the facility for continued production growth.

New Rise Reno is XCF's flagship production facility and has a permitted nameplate capacity of 38 million gallons per year. Progress at the facility is designed to support XCF's strategy to expand domestic low-carbon fuel production and advance sustainable aviation fuel availability in North America.

About XCF Global, Inc.

XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF") is a U.S.-based producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel ("SAF") focused on decarbonizing transportation while supporting domestic fuel supply and energy security. Our flagship facility, New Rise Renewables Reno, has a permitted nameplate production capacity of 38 million gallons per year. XCF is working to advance a pipeline of potential expansion opportunities in Nevada, North Carolina, and Florida, and to build partnerships across the energy and transportation sectors to scale renewable fuels production. XCF is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market and trades under the ticker, SAFX.

To learn more, visit www.xcf.global