Verengo Announces Planned Sale of Assets to Crius Energy Under Section 363 Of Chapter 11

Proposed Acquisition by Crius Energy Will Strengthen Verengo's Core Business, Create Expansion Opportunities within California and a National Growth Platform

Operations and Services for Verengo Customers Will Continue without Interruption

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Verengo, Inc.

Sep 23, 2016, 04:54 ET

TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Verengo, Inc., Southern California's leading residential solar panel installer, with over 20,000 systems installed, today announced the proposed sale of substantially all of its assets to Crius Solar Fulfillment LLC, a subsidiary of Crius Energy Corporation and an affiliate of Crius Energy, LLC, a leading energy solutions company that provides electricity, natural gas and solar products to residential and commercial customers. Closing of the transaction is subject to customary conditions including approvals required by the Verengo Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. The sale will be subject to other bids that may be received.

The combination with Crius is expected to significantly strengthen Verengo's capabilities in the California residential solar energy segment and provide an expansion platform outside of California. By leveraging Crius' scale and longstanding industry relationships, Verengo also expects to further improve its market-leading cost competitiveness and service opportunity adjacencies.

"The acquisition by Crius provides Verengo with access to an exceptional customer platform, reliable infrastructure and capital that position us to grow from our standing as a premier California residential solar provider to an industry leader nationwide," said Dan Squiller, chief executive officer of Verengo. "As the solar industry continues to consolidate, the scale and resources that Crius brings to Verengo will increase our reach to new customers and strengthen our ability to serve our existing customers well into the future."

Verengo intends to implement the transaction as an asset sale under Section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Verengo has commenced voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware to facilitate the process, which will provide for an orderly sale of its assets in a court-supervised environment. In conjunction with the proposed transaction, Crius has committed to provide Verengo with "debtor-in-possession" financing, to support the company's continued operations during the sale process. In addition, Verengo has filed a number of customary motions to facilitate ongoing operations.

"Crius is pleased to make this initial bid to facilitate an orderly transition that will enable Verengo to achieve its full potential, strengthen the company's balance sheet and support its customers without interruption," said Michael Fallquist, chief executive officer of Crius Energy. "Verengo has a proven track record of providing industry-leading service and quality for customers and partners including EPC, 3PO, and home builders. We are confident that by leveraging synergies between both companies, we can further strengthen Verengo's market position in the California solar residential market, and expand the Verengo business into exciting new services and geographies."

About Verengo, Inc.

Verengo designs, installs, and services solar photovoltaic systems, which enable homeowners to save money on their electricity by providing a smart and sustainable alternative to soaring energy rates— all while converting to a clean and renewable source of energy. Verengo is also leading the industry by coupling energy storage with solar. As a key player in the residential solar market since 2008, Verengo has helped over 20,000 homeowners go solar, the equivalent to planting 1,150,000 trees. Verengo works primarily through EPC (third party fulfillment), 3POs (third-party origination), and home-builder partners. The company has received numerous recognitions and awards including ranking #1 on the Solar Power World list of Top Residential Solar Contractors in the U.S, and being named to Inc. Magazine's List of America's Fastest Growing Companies. Verengo consistently maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and has received Angie's List Super Service Award. Headquartered in Torrance, California Verengo is one of the largest Southern California-based solar providers. For more information on Verengo, visit www.verengosolar.com

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