Solyndra, Inc. Signs Distribution Agreement with Advanced Green Technologies

FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Solyndra, Inc., a manufacturer of innovative cylindrical photovoltaic (PV) systems for commercial rooftops, announced it has signed a distribution agreement with Advanced Green Technologies, a worldwide renewable energy solutions and building-integrated solar energy products provider, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

“Solyndra’s rooftop solar energy systems are a great solution that offers our customers the benefits of low levelized costs of electricity, especially when coupled with energy saving cool roofs.”

“Advanced Green Technologies offers innovative rooftop solar technology and are known for their strong, solutions-based service team," says Chris Gronet, Solyndra CEO and founder. “Their comprehensive support capabilities are a great addition to our North America distribution network.”

"Advanced Green Technologies has built our reputation by providing building-integrated renewable energy products and working through the value chain to create efficiency that offers our customers the highest returns from renewable sources,” said Michael Kornahrens, President of Advanced Green Technologies. “Solyndra’s rooftop solar energy systems are a great solution that offers our customers the benefits of low levelized costs of electricity, especially when coupled with energy saving cool roofs.”

About Advanced Green Technologies:

Advanced Green Technologies, an innovative renewable energy solutions provider, procures building-integrated renewable energy products. As a leading source for solar photovoltaic systems, AGT provides the products, designs, and support for installations of the most advanced, cost effective, and efficient green solutions for customers. Services include product selection based on building/site analysis, purchasing scale to drive down system price, system design and engineering, warranty integration, quality control, system maintenance, and output monitoring. For more information on Advanced Green Technologies, visit www.AGT.com.

About Solyndra:

Headquartered in Fremont, Calif., Solyndra designs and manufactures photovoltaic systems, comprised of panels and mounts, for the commercial rooftop market. Using proprietary cylindrical modules and thin film technology, Solyndra systems are designed to provide the lowest cost of electricity and the highest kilowatt hour production per rooftop for typical installations.

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