February 20, 2009

Paris, France: Aérowatt Signs Supply Agreement with Schüco

Aérowatt, an independent and integrated producer of wind-generated and photovoltaic electricity, and Schüco have entered in to a commercial partnership. The agreement relates to the supply by Schüco of photovoltaic solar systems (Schüco modules, structures and inverters) to Aérowatt representing a total installed capacity of 6.8 MWc.

The partnership will cover the requirements of four projects developed by Aérowatt in mainland France for a total power of 4 MWc, of which 2.2 MWc are intended for incorporation into the roof of a commercial building in the Vaucluse. These modules will be integrated using the PV XLight system, which has just obtained technical approval from the CSTB. These are structures developed by Schüco France to respond to the specific requirements of the French market for integration of industrial and agricultural roofs. The other mainland photovoltaic installations will be carried out on three other sites.

Finally, 2.8 MWc will be installed on the ground in Réunion, in the hills above Sainte Suzanne, a site where Aérowatt already has an installed wind power of 10 MW. The Schüco systems will be installed from the second quarter of 2009.

On the occasion of the signature of this agreement, Jérôme Billerey, Chairman of the Aérowatt board said he was " very happy with this partnership with a well-known player in the field of photovoltaic equipment, securing the Group’s supply of high-quality products. Aérowatt is thus continuing to grow in the field of solar energy production, in parallel with its development in wind power, and confirms its desire to increase its presence in both mainland France and in overseas territories. "

Further details about: Aérowatt and Schüco