Sunrun Partners with Ford to Provide Seamless Installation of 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro and Home Integration System for the All-Electric Ford F-150 Lightning

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Sunrun (Nasdaq: RUN) has partnered with Ford to become the preferred installer for the all-electric F-150 Lightning’s Ford Intelligent Backup Power. This partnership will enable seamless installation of the 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro, allowing the F-150 to serve as a backup energy source during outages. Customers will also have the option to install solar and battery systems in their homes, promoting clean energy usage. Ford's F-150 reservations are now open with deliveries commencing in mid-2022.

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• Strategic partnership with Ford enhances brand visibility and credibility.
• Offers customers innovative energy solutions, potentially increasing sales.
• Encourages adoption of solar energy, aligning with sustainability trends.

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Customers will also be provided the opportunity to install solar energy on their home

SAN FRANCISCO, May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sunrun (Nasdaq: RUN), the nation’s leading home solar, battery storage, and energy services provider, today announced its partnership with Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) to serve as the preferred installer for Ford Intelligent Backup Power, debuting on the all-electric F-150 Lightning. Sunrun will facilitate easy installation of the 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro and home integration system.

With Ford Intelligent Backup Power, enabled by the available 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro and home integration system, the F-150 Lightning can serve as a reliable home backup energy source by dispatching power to the home during a power outage event.

Through this partnership, customers will also be provided with the opportunity to install a solar and battery system on their home, enabling them to power their household with clean, affordable energy and charge their F-150 Lightning with the power of the sun.

“Ford is a trusted brand that's been at the forefront of American innovation for over 100 years, and it is exciting to see them electrifying their most popular truck in company history,” said Lynn Jurich, Sunrun CEO and Co-Founder. “We’re at the beginning stages of a partnership that can bring energy resilience to millions of Americans across the country.”

Reservations for the F-150 Lightning are open now at ford.com, and deliveries will begin in mid-2022. Sunrun will provide customers with installation services and access to home solar energy systems.

Media Contact:
Wyatt Semanek
Public Relations Manager
press@sunrun.com

Investor & Analyst Contact:
Patrick Jobin
Senior Vice President, Finance & IR
investors@sunrun.com
(415) 373-520

FAQ

What is the Sunrun and Ford partnership about?

Sunrun has partnered with Ford to be the preferred installer for the all-electric F-150 Lightning's Intelligent Backup Power system, enabling home solar and battery installations.

What are the benefits of the Ford Intelligent Backup Power?

It allows the F-150 Lightning to act as a backup energy source, ensuring continued power during outages while supporting home solar energy systems.

When will deliveries of the Ford F-150 Lightning begin?

Deliveries of the Ford F-150 Lightning are scheduled to begin in mid-2022.

How can customers reserve the Ford F-150 Lightning?

Reservations for the Ford F-150 Lightning can be made at ford.com.