The deadline for submitting applications with initial information for this valuable tax credit is September 16. This will be followed quickly by the final submission.

The DOE/IRS will evaluate applications with a primary criterion of Job Creation. Spire has developed the critical data required for successful applications; by specifying Spire equipment the probability of success in the key areas of commercial viability and US job creation will dramatically increase. In addition Spire can offer key data on factory metrics and financial performance. Spire’s experience of establishing over 50 turnkey factories worldwide will assure a quick project completion. Further, our turnkey lines utilize proven silicon technology with demonstrated success of product manufacturing.

Contact Spire today to discuss your needs and benefit from Spire’s unique position:

Tax Credit 48C Highlights

• Investments in Module Manufacturing can be covered
• Will require proof of commercial viability in market:
  • Business Planning
  • Pro Forma Financials
  • Technical Viability
• Proposals will be ranked by equally weighted evaluation criteria:
  • Job Creation (Direct and Indirect)
  • Project Schedule – Time to service
  • Impact on Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gas Reduction
  • Technological Innovation & Cost Reduction
• Will target diversity in:
  • Geography
  • Technology
  • Project Size
  • Regional Economic Development

We believe all funding will be committed in this initial application solicitation, and no additional funding opportunities have been announced.

Critical Timeline

• Preliminary Application (due September 16, 2009)
• Final Application (due October 16, 2009)
• DOE Review and Recommendation (October 16 – December 16, 2009)
• Submission to IRS for Tax Credit Status (due December 16, 2009)
• IRS Acceptance or Rejection Letter (due to applicant by January 15, 2010)

The Spire Advantage:

• Spire has developed critical data/information models required for successful timely application submission
• Specifying Spire Turnkey equipment improves name recognition and increases commercial viability...
• Use of Spire’s American Made Equipment will improve job creation review
• DOE program preference for faster in-service time
• Recognized as the American Pioneer in Advance Energy Solar Manufacturing and commissioning Facilities
• Spire has at its disposal partners to leverage Tax Equity financing and funding

For more information please visit www.spiresolar.com and do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or to speak about this opportunity.

Sincerely,
Mark Willingham
VP Marketing
Spire Solar, Inc.
781-275-6000
pvsales@spirecorp.com