ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp. Announces Pricing of $300 Million Initial Public Offering

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ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp. announced the pricing of its initial public offering (IPO) of 30,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, set to trade on Nasdaq under the symbol ENNVU starting February 9, 2021. The company aims to merge or acquire businesses combating climate change, focusing on reducing carbon intensity and enhancing energy efficiency in North America. The offering may close on February 11, 2021, and includes a 45-day option for underwriters to purchase an additional 4,500,000 units. The units consist of one share of Class A common stock and one-quarter of a redeemable warrant.

Positive

• Initial public offering of 30 million units at $10.00 each, potentially raising $300 million.
• Focus on environmentally sustainable businesses may attract socially conscious investors.
• Opportunity for growth through mergers and acquisitions in the climate change sector.
• Strong underwriter support from Barclays, Morgan Stanley, and BMO Capital Markets.

Negative

• Potential dilution of shares if underwriters exercise the option to purchase additional units.
• Dependence on the successful completion of mergers and acquisitions for future growth.

SUMMIT, N.J., Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp. (the "Company") announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 30,000,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit.

The Company is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities. The Company intends to focus its search for a business combination target on businesses located in North America that concentrate on combatting climate change by decreasing the carbon intensity of energy production, increasing the efficiency of industrial and consumer-related activities, expanding electricity storage and distribution, and improving the overall sustainability of the economy through efforts to lower pollution and increase beneficial reuse.

The units will be listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") and will trade under the ticker symbol "ENNVU" beginning on February 9, 2021. Each unit consists of one share of the Company's Class A common stock and one-quarter of one redeemable warrant, each whole warrant entitling the holder thereof to purchase one share of Class A common stock at an exercise price of $11.50 per share. After the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the shares of Class A common stock and warrants are expected to be listed on Nasdaq under the symbols "ENNV" and "ENNVW," respectively. No fractional warrants will be issued upon separation of the units and only whole warrants will trade.

Barclays, Morgan Stanley and BMO Capital Markets are acting as book runners for the offering. The Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 4,500,000 units at the initial public offering price to cover over-allotments, if any.

The offering is expected to close on February 11, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.

The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the prospectus may be obtained, when available, from:

Barclays
c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions
1155 Long Island Avenue
Edgewood, NY 11717
Telephone: (888) 603-5847
Email: Barclaysprospectus@broadridge.com 

or

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC
Attention: Prospectus Department
180 Varick Street, 2nd Floor 
New York, NY 10014

or

BMO Capital Markets Corp.
Attention: Equity Syndicate Department
3 Times Square, 25th Floor
New York, NY 10036
Email: bmoprospectus@bmo.com 

Registration statements relating to these securities have been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and became effective on February 8, 2021. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp. is a special purpose acquisition company formed by Energy Capital Partners Management, LP for the purpose of entering into a merger, stock purchase, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The strategy of ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp. is to identify and acquire businesses located in North America that concentrate on combatting climate change by decreasing the carbon intensity of energy production, increasing the efficiency of industrial and consumer-related activities, expanding electricity storage and distribution, and improving the overall sustainability of the economy through efforts to lower pollution and increase beneficial reuse.

Energy Capital Partners Management, LP is a leading private investment firm focused on North American power generation, renewables and environmental infrastructure investments. Energy Capital Partners Management, LP has expertise and investment focus in the areas of power generation, renewables and storage solutions and environmental infrastructure and services, emphasizing the transition to an electrified and sustainable future and helping companies achieve proven environmental standards across air, water, waste and recycling.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements," including with respect to the Company's initial public offering. No assurance can be given that the offering will be completed on the terms described, or at all. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's registration statement and preliminary prospectus for the offering filed with the SEC. Copies are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Investor Contact:
Emily Zovko
Telephone: (833) ECP-ENNV
Email: info@ecpennv.com 

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FAQ

What is the purpose of ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp's IPO?

The IPO aims to raise funds for potential mergers or acquisitions with businesses focused on sustainability and combating climate change.

When will the units of ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp start trading?

The units are set to begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ENNVU on February 9, 2021.

What are the components of each unit in the ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp IPO?

Each unit consists of one share of Class A common stock and one-quarter of a redeemable warrant.

What financial support has ECP Environmental Growth Opportunities Corp received for its IPO?

Barclays, Morgan Stanley, and BMO Capital Markets are acting as book runners for the offering.

What could be the impact of the additional 4.5 million units option on shareholders?

If exercised, the option could lead to dilution of existing shares, affecting shareholder value.