Brookfield Renewable Corporation - BEPC STOCK NEWS

Ørsted has partnered with Brookfield in a significant offshore wind deal, selling a 12.45% stake in four operational UK offshore wind farms for an enterprise value of $2.3 billion ($570 million net to Brookfield Renewable). The transaction involves Hornsea 1, Hornsea 2, Walney Extension, and Burbo Bank Extension, with a combined capacity of 3.5 GW.

Ørsted will retain 37.55% ownership and maintain operational control of the assets, which operate under long-term inflation-linked contracts. The deal includes a call option for Ørsted to repurchase the assets between two and seven years after closing. The transaction is expected to close by end of 2024, subject to regulatory approvals.

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (BEP) and Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) have announced a reorganization plan to address proposed amendments to the Income Tax Act (Canada). The Arrangement aims to maintain the benefits of Brookfield Renewable's business structure while avoiding additional costs to BEPC. Key points:

- BEPC shareholders will own an economically equivalent security with the same benefits and governance.
- The Arrangement is expected to be tax-deferred for most investors, including Canadian and U.S. shareholders.
- A special shareholder meeting will be held virtually on December 3, 2024, to approve the plan.
- The newly issued class A exchangeable subordinate voting shares will be listed on TSX and NYSE under the 'BEPC' symbol.
- The Board unanimously recommends shareholders vote in favor of the Arrangement.

The reorganization is expected to be completed in Q4 2024, subject to court and shareholder approval.

Brookfield Renewable (NYSE: BEP, BEPC; TSX: BEP.UN, BEPC) has announced its Third Quarter 2024 Conference Call and Webcast, scheduled for Friday, November 8, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The company will release its results on the same day at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET, which will be available on their website under 'Press Releases'.

Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world's largest publicly traded platforms for renewable power and sustainable solutions. Their portfolio includes:

• Hydroelectric, wind, utility-scale solar, and storage facilities across multiple continents
• Over 34,000 megawatts of operating capacity
• Approximately 200,000 megawatts in development pipeline
• Investments in Westinghouse and a utility and independent power producer in the Caribbean and Latin America
• Development pipeline for carbon capture and storage, agricultural renewable natural gas, and materials recycling

Investors can access the portfolio through Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. or Brookfield Renewable

Masdar, a UAE-based clean energy company, announced its proposed acquisition of Saeta Yield from Brookfield Renewable for $1.4 billion. Saeta, an independent developer of renewable power assets, will add 745 MW of wind and solar assets and a 1.6 GW development pipeline in Spain and Portugal to Masdar's portfolio. This acquisition aligns with Masdar's goal to achieve 100 GW of global capacity by 2030. The transaction, one of the largest renewable energy deals in Spain and Portugal, is subject to customary approvals and expected to close by the end of 2024. Brookfield will retain a regulated portfolio of 350 MW of concentrated solar power assets. The sale supports Brookfield's asset rotation strategy to fund growth activities. Masdar's acquisition demonstrates its commitment to accelerating the energy transition in Europe, complementing its recent partnership with Endesa for 2.5 GW of renewable energy assets in Spain.

CDPQ, a global investment group, has announced an agreement with Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE: BAM) and its partners to acquire a 25% stake in First Hydro Company, a critical electricity generation and storage facility in the United Kingdom. First Hydro operates two power plants in Wales, offering a capacity of over 2,000 MW, representing 76% of the UK's total pumped hydro storage. This infrastructure is important for the country's increasing grid flexibility and stability needs.

The investment marks CDPQ's first venture into pumped hydro storage, partnering with Engie, which owns the remaining 75%. Emmanuel Jaclot, CDPQ's Executive VP and Head of Infrastructure, highlighted First Hydro's critical role in managing the UK's national electricity system and meeting net zero commitments. The financial close is expected by the end of 2024, subject to customary conditions and approvals.

Brookfield Renewable Partners (NYSE: BEP) reported robust Q2 2024 results, with Funds From Operations (FFO) rising 9% YoY to $339 million ($0.51 per unit). Despite a net loss of $154 million for the quarter, driven by non-cash expenses, BEP advanced its growth initiatives, deploying $8.6 billion in capital and securing contracts for 2,700 GWh of additional generation. Key accomplishments include commissioning 1,400 MW of new capacity, executing $400 million in asset sales, and maintaining $4.4 billion in liquidity.

Significant investments were made, including acquiring a 53% stake in Neoen and investing in Leap Green in India. BEP also expanded into South Korea, targeting battery energy storage projects. Its diverse portfolio boasts over 230,000 MW in development, positioning it as a leading clean power provider. The company declared a quarterly distribution of $0.355 per unit, payable on September 27, 2024. BEP continues to target a 10%+ FFO per unit growth for 2024.

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (TSX: BEP.UN; NYSE: BEP) announced that no Class A Preference Shares, Series 3 (TSX: BRF.PR.C) of Brookfield Renewable Power Preferred Equity Inc. will be converted into Class A Preference Shares, Series 4. This decision was made after evaluating election notices received by the July 16, 2024 deadline, as the number of Series 3 Shares tendered for conversion would result in fewer than the required 1,000,000 Series 4 Shares outstanding on July 31, 2024.

Brookfield Renewable operates a global platform for renewable power and sustainable solutions, with a portfolio including hydroelectric, wind, solar, and storage facilities across multiple continents. The company's operating capacity is nearly 34,000 megawatts, with a development pipeline of approximately 157,000 megawatts. Investors can access the portfolio through Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. or Brookfield Renewable

Brookfield Renewable (NYSE: BEP, BEPC; TSX: BEP.UN, BEPC) has announced the issuance of C$400 million in green bonds. This includes C$100 million of Series 17 Notes due 2054 with a 5.417% interest rate, and C$300 million of Series 18 Notes due 2034 with a 4.959% interest rate. The Series 18 Notes mark Brookfield Renewable's fourteenth green-labeled corporate securities issuance in North America. Proceeds will fund Eligible Investments as defined in their Green Financing Framework. The Notes have been rated BBB+ by S&P Global Ratings, BBB (high) by DBRS , and BBB+ by Fitch Ratings. The offering is expected to close around July 17, 2024, subject to customary conditions.

Brookfield Renewable Partners announced a reset dividend rate for its Class A Series 3 Preference Shares, commencing August 1, 2024. The fixed quarterly dividends will be paid at an annual rate of 6.519%, which amounts to $0.4074375 per share per quarter. Shareholders have the option to convert their Series 3 Shares into Series 4 Shares by July 16, 2024, which will offer a floating quarterly dividend rate of 2.940% over the three-month Government of Canada treasury bills yield, starting at $0.478840 per share for the initial period. If fewer than 1,000,000 Series 3 or Series 4 Shares remain outstanding after July 31, 2024, automatic conversions will occur. The Series 4 Shares will be listed on the TSX under the symbol BRF.PR.D, pending regulatory approval.