| Akeena Solar, Incorporated is a leading manufacturer, designer and installer of solar power systems, and Suntech Power Holdings Co., Limited is one of the world's leading manufacturers of photovoltaic (PV) solar cells and solar modules, today, September 24, 2007 announced that Suntech had signed a letter of intent to manufacture Akeena Solar's Andalay solar panels. Under the terms of the agreement, Suntech will manufacture and deliver 10 to 14 Megawatts of Andalay solar panels to Akeena Solar during the year 2008 for Suntech Power Holdings Corporation.
Andalay is the brand name for Akeena Solar's patent-pending high performance solar panel systems. Unlike ordinary solar panels, Andalay panels feature built-in wiring, built-in grounding and built-in racking so the panels attach directly to the roof offering a smooth, flushed appearance. Andalay is the logical next step in the evolution of solar power technology, combining superior aesthetics with unparalleled reliability. |