JADE ROOM SANTA ANA (10 SPOT, INC, THE)

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10 Spot, Inc's distribution arm will partner with California Greenworks, Inc., a registered S01 non- profit organization that promotes environmental protection and community revitalization throughout the urban centers of southern California. Their mission is to protect and improve the environment through local clean-ups, community education and revitalization, and sustainable economic growth. The environmental impact of cannabis business is a concern for our organization, and we hope to help offset some of our carbon footprint from transportation of product to and from our facility through this partnership to protect local watersheds, develop Earth -friendly educational programs throughout Santa Ana, and support a variety of local green initiatives. We would also like to leverage this partnership directly to execute green -space projects in Santa Ana, providing long- term environmental benefits and immediate opportunities for the enjoyment of green spaces for many Santa Ana residents. Eco-friendly revitalization efforts not only create green jobs, but spaces around which other community initiatives can be organized and initiated. Green spaces also promote foot traffic, which offers a direct benefit to local businesses and has the potential to reduce vehicle use and therefore carbon emissions. Santa Ana is one of the earliest adopters of adult -use recreational cannabis in the State, and it is therefore a great example of the potential benefits of such businesses to the environment and the community as a whole. We look forward to demonstrating the best results of local collaborations with other cannabis businesses while modeling a way of operating a distribution center that supports sustainability and environmental stewardship at both the local and global levels. Other Environmental and Sustainability Efforts The marijuana industry is growing exponentially but is still in the early phases in the court of public opinion. One way in which the local distribution wing of 10 Spot, Inc. will demonstrate goodwill and community benefits to the public will be by creating a sustainable operation and working to obtain LEED certification. LEED is the gold standard by which buildings are evaluated for environmental stewardship. By obtaining LEED certification, supporting the Santa Ana City Council's green initiatives through donations and volunteer efforts, and strictly adhering to all federal, state, and local sustainability and environmental protection regulations, we will help foster a positive reputation for our industry as upholders of the highest standards and stewards for the environment. In our third -party relationships, we have a proven track record of working with cultivators, manufacturers, and retailers that actively work to minimize their carbon footprint and other environmental impacts. The same will be true for building materials and construction contractors that we use at our Santa Ana distribution facility. We will buy materials locally and use Santa Ana vendors whenever possible for everything from construction materials to office supplies. This not only serves the direct economic interest of the community, but also minimizes the carbon emissions associated with transporting goods over long distances. 10 Spot, Inc. welcomes any opportunity to work closely with the City of Santa Ana and its businesses, organizations, and community members to establish sustainable environmental practices that benefit every community member. 13