SPI Energy's 2021 Climate Contribution

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SPI Energy (NASDAQ: SPI) reported a 15% increase in renewable solar electricity production in 2021, generating approximately 55,144,000 kWh from its UK, Italy, and Greece solar plants. This output can power over 9,200 average European homes and offsets more than 37,210 tons of CO2 emissions. The company continues to align with the European Green Deal, focusing on decarbonization and expanding its renewable energy initiatives.

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• 15% increase in renewable solar electricity production in 2021.
• Generated approximately 55,144,000 kWh of renewable energy, supporting decarbonization efforts.
• Ability to power over 9,200 average European homes with 2021 production.

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SANTA CLARA, CA / ACCESSWIRE / March 16, 2022 / SPI Energy Co., Ltd. ("SPI Energy" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:SPI), a global renewable energy company and provider of solar storage and electric vehicle (EV) solutions for business, residential, government, logistics and utility customers, today announced that for the year 2021 its Independent Power Producing ("IPP") subsidiary Orange Power Co., Ltd. produced roughly 55,143,971 kWhs of renewable solar electricity from its solar plants in the UK, Italy and Greece. The 2021 production represents a 15% increase from the prior year of 2020, which electricity is enough to power more than 9,200 average European homes and offsets more than 37,210 tons of CO2 greenhouse gases.

As part of the European Green Deal, the European Commission proposed to raise the 2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction target, including emissions and removals, to at least 55% compared to 1990 levels and eliminate them by 2050. According to reports, there is growing support across the European Parliament to increase the EU's 2030 renewable energy target and break away from Russian fossil fuels.

Mr. Xiaofeng Denton Peng, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of SPI Energy, commented "Decarbonization of industry remains a top goal for SPI." Mr. Peng added "Our operating solar projects in Europe continue to produce clean, renewable energy with a 15% increase from the prior year, and support our growth as a Company."

About SPI Energy

SPI Energy Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:SPI) is a global renewable energy company and provider of solar storage and electric vehicle (EV) solutions that was founded in 2006 in Roseville, California and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

The company has three core divisions: SolarJuice residential solar, the commercial & utility solar division comprised of SPI Solar and Orange Power, and the EdisonFuture/Phoenix Motor EV division. SolarJuice is the leader in renewable energy system solutions for residential and small commercial markets and has extensive operations in the Asia Pacific and North America markets. The commercial & utility solar division provides a full spectrum of EPC services to third party project developers, and develops, owns and operates solar projects that sell electricity to the grid in multiple regions, including the U.S., U.K., and Europe. Phoenix Motor is a leader in medium-duty commercial electric vehicles, and is developing EV charger solutions, electric pickup trucks, electric scooters, and other EV products.

SPI maintains global operations in North America, Australia, Asia and Europe and is also targeting strategic investment opportunities in fast growing green industries such as battery storage, charging stations, and other EVs which leverage the Company's expertise and substantial solar cash flow.

For more information on SPI Energy and its subsidiaries, the Company recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read the Company's public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at www.SPIgroups.com or available at www.sec.gov.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve significant risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements can be identified through the use of words such as "may," "might," "will," "intend," "should," "could," "can," "would," "continue," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "predict," "outlook," "potential," "plan," "seek," and similar expressions and variations or the negatives of these terms or other comparable terminology. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect the Company's current expectations and speak only as of the date of this release. Actual results may differ materially from the Company's current expectations depending upon a number of factors. These factors include, among others, the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the effects of the outbreak and actions taken in connection therewith, adverse changes in general economic and market conditions, competitive factors including but not limited to pricing pressures and new product introductions, uncertainty of customer acceptance of new product offerings and market changes, risks associated with managing the growth of the business, and those other risks and uncertainties that are described in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's annual report filed on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by law, the Company does not undertake any responsibility to revise or update any forward-looking statements.

SPI Energy Co., Ltd. Contact:

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SOURCE: SPI Energy Co., Ltd.

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FAQ

What was SPI Energy's solar electricity production in 2021?

SPI Energy produced approximately 55,144,000 kWh of renewable solar electricity in 2021.

How much did SPI Energy's renewable energy production increase in 2021?

SPI Energy's renewable energy production increased by 15% in 2021 compared to 2020.

What environmental impact did SPI Energy's production have in 2021?

SPI Energy's production offset more than 37,210 tons of CO2 emissions in 2021.

What is the significance of SPI Energy's contributions to the European Green Deal?

SPI Energy's efforts align with the European Green Deal's goals of increasing renewable energy and reducing emissions by at least 55% by 2030.

How many homes can be powered by SPI Energy's 2021 production?

SPI Energy's 2021 solar electricity production can power over 9,200 average European homes.