iSun Announces Investment in Encore Renewable Energy

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iSun (NASDAQ: ISUN) announced a strategic minority interest equity investment in Encore Renewable Energy, enhancing its geographic expansion and project pipeline. The deal will boost iSun's Commercial, Industrial, and Utility sectors, enabling collaboration with Encore, a recognized leader in community-scale clean energy. This partnership aligns with iSun's growth strategy, enhancing its ESG initiatives while allowing Encore to double its project development pipeline. Both companies aim to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy.

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• Strategic investment to strengthen geographic expansion in clean energy markets.
• Collaboration opportunities between iSun and Encore to enhance project pipelines.
• Investment aligns with iSun's growth strategy and ESG initiatives.
• Encore expects to double its project development pipeline in the next 12 months.

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• None.

New capital will further accelerate both parties’ geographic expansion and expand iSun’s pipeline for continued growth.

WILLISTON, Vt.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- iSun, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISUN) (the “Company”, or “iSun”), a leading solar energy and clean mobility infrastructure company with 50-years of construction experience in solar, electrical and data services and a provider of proprietary electric vehicle charging platforms, today announced it has reached a definitive agreement to make a strategic minority interest equity investment in Encore Renewable Energy, a leading innovator in community-scale clean energy and Top 20 US commercial solar developer.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Investment to accelerate expansion of iSun’s Commercial, Industrial and Utility businesses into new geographic markets
• Provides collaboration opportunities across both parties’ project pipelines
• Extends Encore’s long-term experience as a registered B-Corp to iSun’s ESG initiatives
• Enables Encore to expand its geographic reach while advancing innovative clean energy solutions including solar + storage, brownfield redevelopment and dual land-use/agrivoltaics initiatives
• Further strengthens the long-standing relationship between two leading innovators in the community-scale clean energy sector.

iSun’s investment aligns with its previously stated growth objectives. First announced in late 2019, iSun’s growth strategy highlighted the specific steps the Company would take to accelerate the nation’s transition to solar energy across all sectors. The investment compliments two of the strategy's key pillars - organic growth organic regional growth by expanding relationships with existing Industrial and Utility customers, and investment in companies capable of increasing project pipeline opportunities.

“This partnership reflects the progress we’ve steadily been making against our three-pronged strategy for growth,” said Jeffrey Peck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of iSun. “By deepening our long-standing relationship with Encore Renewable Energy, we will gain invaluable insights into new geographic markets which we can use to further advance our C&I strategy. Equally important: we will be strengthening a long-term relationship with a partner whose values and commitment to innovation mirrors ours. Encore’s experience in reclaiming undervalued real estate for clean energy generation and storage, and revitalizing communities with the deployment of agrivoltaic solutions illustrates their understanding of the challenges often associated with getting buy-in for community-scale clean energy development projects, and ultimately reduces barriers for solar adoption. As a Certified B Corporation and a values driven organization, Encore is a leader in creating a new industry standard. We’re proud to have them as a partner.”

"This new infusion of capital from iSun will allow us to more than double our project development pipeline over the next 12 months," offered Chad Farrell, CEO and Founder of Encore Renewable Energy. "Deploying additional community-scale solar and solar + storage solutions across the Northeast and other strategic markets supports our ongoing work to accelerate the transition to a robust clean energy economy powered by low cost, carbon free renewable resources."

About iSun Inc.

Since 1972, iSun has accelerated the adoption of proven, life-improving innovations in electrification technology. iSun has been the trusted electrical contractor to Fortune 500 companies for decades and has installed clean rooms, fiber optic cables, flight simulators, and over 400 megawatts of solar systems. The Company has provided solar EPC services across residential, commercial & industrial, and utility scale projects and provides solar electric vehicle charging solutions for both grid-tied and battery backed solar EV charging systems. iSun believes that the transition to clean, renewable solar energy is the most important investment to make today and is focused on profitable growth opportunities. Please visit www.isunenergy.com for additional information.

About Encore Renewable Energy

Encore Renewable Energy is a Burlington, Vermont-based leader in commercial renewable energy with a proven track record in solar development from concept to completion. Founded in 2007 as Encore Redevelopment, their team specializes in the design, development, financing, permitting, and construction of solar and energy storage projects on landfills, brownfields, rooftops and carports. As a values-led company, Encore is committed to revitalizing communities and creating a cleaner, brighter future for all. For more information about Encore, please visit encorerenewableenergy.com. Stay connected via Twitter and LinkedIn.

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FAQ

What is the significance of iSun's recent investment in Encore Renewable Energy?

iSun's investment aims to accelerate geographic expansion and enhance its project pipeline in the clean energy sector.

How will the partnership with Encore Renewable Energy affect iSun's growth strategy?

The partnership aligns with iSun's growth strategy by facilitating organic growth and expanding relationships with existing clients.

What are the expected benefits of the investment for Encore Renewable Energy?

Encore expects to double its project development pipeline over the next 12 months, enhancing its capacity in the clean energy market.

How does the investment impact iSun's focus on ESG initiatives?

The investment extends Encore's long-term experience as a registered B-Corp to support iSun's ESG initiatives.

What sectors will benefit from iSun's investment in Encore?

The investment will primarily benefit iSun's Commercial, Industrial, and Utility business sectors.