SunEdison Signs Supply Agreements Which Enable Addition of 1.6 Gigawatts of Wind Energy Projects to Development Engine
BELMONT, Calif. and BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SunEdison, Inc. (NYSE: SUNE), a leading global solar technology manufacturer and provider of solar energy services, and TerraForm Power, Inc. (Nasdaq: TERP), a global owner and operator of clean energy power plants, today announced that SunEdison had purchased new turbines that will enable SunEdison to develop up to 1.6 gigawatts (GW) of incremental wind energy projects which qualify for the U.S. federal production tax credit (PTC). TerraForm will purchase the projects from SunEdison once they achieve commercial operation.
On November 17, 2014, SunEdison and TerraForm announced that they had signed a definitive agreement to acquire First Wind for $2.4 billion. The purchase included over 1.6 GW of pipeline and backlog projects of which 1.4 GW were already PTC and or ITC qualified projects and an additional 6.4 GW of project development opportunities.
"The purchase of these PTC qualified wind turbines will further enhance our renewable energy development engine and increase its already impressive growth trajectory," said Ahmad Chatila, President and Chief Executive Officer of SunEdison. "The acquisition of First Wind accelerates our ability to capitalize on the attractive growth opportunities in the global wind power markets. We planned for the most conservative case – that the PTC was not extended. However, when a two week extension of the PTC was created, we moved very quickly and secured the 2014 purchase of top-tier turbines. The ability to capitalize on this opportunity is a testament to our strategy and to the dynamic capabilities we have created by integrating First Wind's development and operational capabilities with SunEdison's global corporate infrastructure and renewable energy development and finance experience."
"The addition of 1.6 GW of wind energy projects will cement TerraForm's position as one of the leading renewable energy asset owners in the world," said Carlos Domenech, President and Chief Executive Officer of TerraForm. "Our diversified growth strategy is delivering compelling results."
Mr. Chatila added: "Following the closing of the First Wind acquisition we will have created an incredible platform for growth: a competitive source of development capital, the ability to convert development assets into operating assets rapidly and cost effectively, and a world class asset management company in TerraForm."
The acquisition of First Wind is expected to close during the first quarter of 2015, subject to usual and customary conditions and regulatory approvals.
About SunEdison
SunEdison is a global leader in transforming how energy is generated, distributed and owned. SunEdison manufactures solar technology and develops, finances, installs and operates distributed solar power plants, delivering predictably priced electricity and services to its residential, commercial, government and utility customers. SunEdison also provides 24/7 asset management, monitoring and reporting services for hundreds of solar systems worldwide via the company's Renewable Operation Center (ROC). SunEdison has offices in North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, India and Asia. SunEdison's common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "SUNE." To learn more visit www.sunedison.com.
About TerraForm
TerraForm is a renewable energy leader that is changing how energy is generated, distributed and owned. TerraForm creates value for its investors by owning and operating clean energy power plants. For more information about TerraForm, please visit: http://www.terraform.com.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain matters discussed in this press release are forward-looking statements, including SunEdison to develop up to 1.6 GW of incremental wind energy projects which qualify for the U.S. federal production tax credit (PTC); TerraForm will purchase the projects from SunEdison once they achieve commercial operation; and the acquisition of First Wind expected to close during the first quarter of 2015. Such statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include changes in applicable regulatory requirements and incentives for production of solar power; and general business and economic conditions, including seasonality of the industry, and other risks described in SunEdison's and TerraForm's filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements represent SunEdison's and TerraForm's judgment as of the date of this press release. SunEdison and TerraForm disclaim, however, any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
SOURCE SunEdison, Inc.
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