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1 More Energy. For Life. TM Maximise your energy production with SunPower.

It s the right time to invest in solar 1.

An investment in solar gives you the power to take control of your energy costs by producing your own clean energy from your roof.

Furthermore, by installing a SunPower solar system on your roof, you contribute to reducing carbon emissions and changing the way the

Generation metre The unique advanced technology from SunPower enables you to maximise your electricity savings. 4.

energised Protect yourself against future electricity prices rises Take advantage of the UK Government incentives Commitment How do

Make a positive impact on the environment Reduce carbon emissions and make the world a greener place Peace of mind 1 Solar panels

3 The generation metre calculates the total amount of electricity produced.

2 It s the right time to invest in solar 1. Solar Panels As energy prices continue to rise, so does your electricity bill, thus impacting on your cost of living. An investment in solar gives you the power to take control of your energy costs by producing your own clean energy from your roof. You will therefore be protecting your family against future rising electricity costs. Furthermore, by installing a SunPower solar system on your roof, you contribute to reducing carbon emissions and changing the way the world is powered. The time has never been better to regain control of your energy needs. 2. Inverter 3. Generation metre The unique advanced technology from SunPower enables you to maximise your electricity savings. 4. Consumer Unit How solar can help you and your family: Savings Start saving on your monthly electricity bill as soon as the system is energised Protect yourself against future electricity prices rises Take advantage of the UK Government incentives Commitment How do solar systems work? Make a positive impact on the environment Reduce carbon emissions and make the world a greener place Peace of mind 1 Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity. Sunlight activates the solar cells, which produce a direct electrical current (DC). 3 The generation metre calculates the total amount of electricity produced. 25+ year track record and long-term stability 25-year product and power warranty 2 The direct electrical current (DC) is fed through an inverter and is converted to an alternating current 4 The consumer unit feeds solar electricity into the building s conventional electricity supply. Any surplus is fed into the grid. (AC), which is fed into the fuse box. What happens at night? There are times when the solar system does not produce the energy you need, for example at night. In these cases, electricity will be taken from the grid. 2 3

3 Why SunPower? SunPower, leading the solar revolution Founded in 1985 as a Silicon Valley pioneer Committed to innovation: more than 200 patents registered worldwide Diversified portfolio: residential, commercial, utility-scale power plants Traded on NASDAQ (SPWR) More than 5,000 employees and 1,800 partners More than 7,000,000 panels installed worldwide More than 100,000 residential solar power systems installed More Energy. For Life TM SunPower, the solar company of Total For over 25 years, SunPower has been delivering The expression you get what you pay for rings very true Total, one of the largest integrated international oil by Total s financial strength and international footprint high-efficiency solar solutions to homeowners. When you in the solar industry, and with SunPower you are getting and gas companies in the world, believes in the in over 130 countries, the SunPower teams work hand select SunPower panels, you can be assured you are the very best solar systems money can buy. potential of solar energy to help meet the growing in hand with Total to develop competitive, reliable and getting the most powerful solar systems on the market 1. energy demand and tackle the challenges related to efficient solar solutions for each of their residential and SunPower panels can dramatically help you reduce your Compared to an investment in Conventional Panels, climate change. professional customers around the world. electricity bill and save money as soon as the system is an investment in SunPower can deliver a much greater energised. return for you and your family, as our panels generate By becoming the majority shareholder of SunPower more energy 2, higher savings, greater reliability 3 and are with a 66% stake, Total is positioning SunPower at covered by a stronger warranty 4. the heart of its commitment in solar energy. Backed More energy means more savings About Total SunPower technology is able to guarantee an amount of energy production (also known as yield) that is significantly higher than that of conventional technologies. Higher yield combined with greater efficiencies translate into greater savings. 97,000 employees US$257B revenue in th largest company in the world 1 1 SunPower has the highest efficiency panels, out of all 2,600 panels listed in Photon International, Feb Most energy per rated watt out of 151 panels tested. Photon International, Mar #1 rank in PV Module Durability Initiative Public Report, Fraunhofer ISE, Feb Five out of the top 8 largest manufacturers were tested. Campeau, Z. et al. SunPower Module Degradation Rate, SunPower white paper, Feb See for details. 4 Definitions used throughout document: Conventional Panel means a panel with 240W, 15% efficiency and approximately 1.6 m 2 made with Conventional Cells. Conventional Cells are silicon cells that have many thin metal lines on the front and 2 or 3 interconnect ribbons soldered along the front and back. Compared with the top 15 manufacturers. SunPower Warranty Review, Feb Source: 2012 Fortune 500 Global Ranking 4 5

SunPower technology delivers more energy More power installed on your roof SunPower high-efficiency solar technology is the best choice for space-constrained rooftops, given its higher energy

Built with the Maxeon solar cell, SunPower solar panels achieve over 21% efficiency and outstanding energy delivery per watt installed.

4 SunPower technology delivers more energy More power installed on your roof SunPower high-efficiency solar technology is the best choice for space-constrained rooftops, given its higher energy production per square metre 1 which translates into greater savings. Built with the Maxeon solar cell, SunPower solar panels achieve over 21% efficiency and outstanding energy delivery per watt installed. Long-term reliability SunPower technology is manufactured with premium, high-quality materials, guaranteeing decades of reliable performance under all weather conditions. We design test protocols to simulate real-life conditions and conduct extreme testing to ensure that our solar energy systems will last and perform as expected for 25 years and beyond. 1 SunPower panels produce 75% more energy from the same space over the first 25 years. SunPower 345W compared to a Conventional Panel (240W, 15% efficient, approx. 1.6 m 2 ), 9% more energy per watt, 0.75%/yr slower degradation. BEW/DNV Engineering SunPower Yield Report, Jan 2013, with CFV Solar Test Lab Report #12063, Jan 2013 temp. coef. calculation. Campeau, Z. et al. SunPower Module Degradation Rate, SunPower white paper, Feb See for details. As a result, your solar system will better withstand the rigors of life in the field (temperature swings, moisture and humidity, shading), ensuring long-term peace of mind and an optimal return on your investment. Superior technology for higher energy output Superior technology makes SunPower solar solutions different. All SunPower systems are built with fundamentally different Maxeon all-back contact solar cells. Their unique design captures and converts more sunlight into electricity, while a solid copper foundation makes them incredibly durable, guaranteeing long-term performance. With up to 24% efficiency, SunPower panels deliver 36% more power 1 over the same area when compared with Conventional Cells. These cells consistently outperform in a broad range of real world conditions, including high temperatures, humidity, low light levels and harsh climates. SunPower Maxeon solar cell is fundamentally different Back-contact cell technology Durable copper foundation Exceptional performance Incomparable durability High efficiency 1. SunPower 327W panel vs. Conventional Panel (240W, 15% efficient, approx. 1.6 m 2 ) 6 7

Long-term peace of mind 25-year combined warranty: the ultimate protection Power warranty Product warranty Many manufacturers offer a 25-year stepped warranty, Typically a solar panel manufacturer s

5 Long-term peace of mind 25-year combined warranty: the ultimate protection Power warranty Product warranty Many manufacturers offer a 25-year stepped warranty, Typically a solar panel manufacturer s warranty is for With SunPower technology, you are assured peace of This first-of-its-kind warranty ensures 9.1% more power typically guaranteeing 90% power output for the first 10 years, after that period you are not covered should mind over the long-term. Not only do we produce the than the industry standard, effectively securing peace 10 years then only 80% for the remaining 15 years. a problem arise. world's most reliable and highest performing solar systems, of mind and a low-risk return on investment over the first but we also stand behind them with unprecedented 25 years of the system. SunPower guarantees over 95% power output for the first SunPower products are backed by a 25-year product 25-year combined product and power coverage 1. 5 years, then a 0.4% degradation rate each year for the warranty, which covers the full cost of panel removal, next 20 years. After the 25 th year, SunPower panels will shipping and replacement, giving you complete still be producing over 87% of their original power. peace of mind. Warranty comparison SunPower Panels Conventional Panels Power warranty Product warranty Covers removal of bad panel Covers shipping Covers new panel installation Product warranty 25 years No No 10 years 100% 95% 90% SUNPOWER 9.1% MORE POWER SUNPOWER Power guarantee above traditional warranty +9.1% 85% 80% TRADITIONAL WARRANTY TRADITIONAL WARRANTY INDUSTRY AVERAGE 5-10 years 1. Of the top 20 manufacturers. SunPower Warranty Review, Feb % YEARS YEARS 8 9

Our commitment to the environment Power your home with a SunPower solar system: The production of photovoltaic modules and their disposal at the end of their life has, as any other industrial

At SunPower, we are committed to minimising this impact due to manufacturing plant and production processes that are energy efficient and environmentally friendly.

6 Our commitment to the environment Power your home with a SunPower solar system: The production of photovoltaic modules and their disposal at the end of their life has, as any other industrial product, an impact on the environment. At SunPower, we are committed to minimising this impact due to manufacturing plant and production processes that are energy efficient and environmentally friendly. SunPower is also a member of PV Cycle, the European association that started the program for the collection and recycling of photovoltaic materials. At the end of the solar system s life cycle, it can be disposed of in the numerous collection centres in the UK. To protect yourself from future electricity price rises To produce more energy from your rooftop To have peace of mind for 25 years and beyond To save money on your electricity bill SOLARISE YOUR FUTURE IN THREE STEPS Call us: we will put you in touch with one of 1our nearest Authorised Partners Worry-free: our partner will handle everything, from the design, to the installation 3and connection of your system Make an appointment: our Authorised Partner will visit you and propose a turn-key solution 2tailored to your needs CALL US NOW

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More energy. For your family. Go solar with SunPower.

More energy. For your family. Go solar with SunPower. It s the right time to invest in solar As energy prices continue to rise, so does your electricity bill, thus impacting on your cost of living. Investing