PRESS RELEASE: Sunified Group BV (NED) and Astronergy, a CHINT Group Subsidiary, forge a strategic partnership.

Amsterdam, 5th of December 2023 - In a decisive move towards advancing solar energy solutions worldwide, Sunified Group BV proudly announces a strategic partnership with Astronergy, a CHINT Group subsidiary. This collaboration solidifies Sunified's position as a key player in the solar technology landscape, with Astronergy joining as the company's exclusive licensed panel manufacturer. The partnership is marked by the signing of a framework agreement, symbolising a significant milestone in pursuing sustainable energy solutions. The collaboration delivers a new standard in the manufacturing of industrial-scale solar panels.

Astronergy, recognised for excellence in solar panel manufacturing, has been carefully selected by Sunified based on its outstanding track record. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Astronergy aligns seamlessly with Sunified's mission to harness the sun's power for a greener future.

Sunified's choice of Astronergy is rooted in several key factors:

1. High-Quality Products: Astronergy's dedication to quality seamlessly aligns with Sunified's vision for delivering top-tier solar solutions. Their panels are renowned for their reliability, durability, and superior performance.
2. Significant Manufacturing Capacity: Astronergy's substantial and growing manufacturing capacity ensures that Sunified can meet the increasing demand for high-output solar panels in global markets. This partnership will play a pivotal role in addressing the world's growing appetite for renewable energy solutions.
3. Culture of Constant Improvement and Technological Advancement: Astronergy’s people are forward-focused and open to collaboration with global partners to achieve outstanding results.

Sunified's revolutionary technology, powered by its proprietary UNITY sensor chip, represents the future of solar asset management. By seamlessly integrating the UNITY sensor chip with Sunified's platform, customers can expect:

1. Enhanced Asset Performance: Sunified's technology provides near real-time panel-level monitoring and analytics, enabling solar asset owners to maximise performance and minimise downtime. The UNITY sensor chip's wireless advanced capabilities offer machine-learning insights into PV panel health and efficiency.
2. Predictive Maintenance: Sunified's platform leverages predictive maintenance algorithms powered by artificial intelligence to identify potential issues before they become critical, reducing operational costs and ensuring reduced downtime.
3. Optimal Yield: With Sunified's technology, solar asset owners can expect higher energy yields, translating into increased revenue and a more rapid return on investment.

This framework agreement between Sunified and Astronergy represents a significant step forward in advancing the solar industry's capabilities. Together, they are poised to deliver high-quality solar panels and cutting-edge technology solutions to meet the global demand for clean and sustainable energy.

Samuel Blackadder, Astronergy's Global account director, comments: "Our joint venture marks a significant milestone in sustainable energy solutions and opens up myriad future opportunities for both our organisations. The commitment and expertise Sunified brings to the table are invaluable, and we are confident that the innovative solar panels we are co-creating will set new industry benchmarks."

"We are thrilled to partner with Astronergy, a company that shares our commitment to quality and sustainability," said Michael Anthony, Co-Founder of Sunified. "With our combined expertise, we are well-positioned to revolutionise the solar energy landscape, offering customers unmatched value and performance."

About Sunified

Sunified is a pioneering provider of trusted, integrated IoT sensor solutions dedicated to maximising solar asset performance. Its technology has been developed by a global team operating from the UK, Netherlands, Australia, Canada and the U.S. The company's focus is delivering data fidelity and pivotal operational metrics for sophisticated solar generation insights. Sunified empowers solar park owners to maximise their assets’ full potential by providing an API Platform as a Service (PaaS) for high-fidelity operational data and machine learning insights. Sunified makes solar panels, smart panels.

About Astronergy

Under the CHINT Group, Astronergy is an intelligent manufacturing enterprise focusing on photovoltaic cells and modules. A pioneer in n-type TOPCon PV modules. With a commitment to excellence, sustainability, and technological advancement, Astronergy delivers reliable and efficient solar solutions to customers worldwide.

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Ben Cunningham Chief Marketing Officer, Sunified GrouP