Centrosolar Modules Certified for the British Market

Wismar Factory Increases Production to 200 MWp

HAMBURG, Germany and LONDON, October 14, 2010 - Centrosolar AG has received MCS certification for the British
market for its crystalline solar modules. This British Board of Agrément
(BBA) accreditation confirms the high quality of the modules, which is
required for the sale of photovoltaic systems in the United Kingdom.

Founded in September, the Centrosolar subsidiary,
headquartered in London, is now ready to enter the market. By receiving the
certificates under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), the path
is clear for the company to penetrate the British market. Since the
government instituted feed-in tariffs for solar systems in April, the United
Kingdom has become one of the most attractive markets for solar products in
Europe.

Centrosolar has received certification for its entire line of
crystalline modules, including S-Class Deluxe, Excellent, Ultra and
Professional modules. The Integration line consists of solar modules for
in-roof installation. As one of the leading independent certifying bodies in
the United Kingdom, the British Board of Agrément (BBA) is charged with
granting the certification. By doing so, the institute verifies the high
quality of the modules. The certification process also included an inspection
of the Sonnenstromfabrik production facility in Wismar, Germany. Production
was expanded in September 2010. With a current capacity of 200 MWp
distributed over four production lines, the subsidiary is one of the largest
and most efficient solar module manufacturers in Europe.

In the United Kingdom, operators only receive the feed-in
tariff for solar energy if the modules are certified under MCS. This is part
of the government's strategy to establish standards for the use of renewable
energy and create greater transparency in terms of product quality. In
addition, Centrosolar works exclusively with MCS-certified installers who
meet the same high standards of quality. "We see a tremendous potential in
the attractive feed-in tariff offered in the United Kingdom, especially in
the area of in-roof and on-roof systems, which are at the core of
Centrosolar's business. We have spent much time and effort in thoroughly
preparing for our entry into the UK market. Now that we have received
certification, we are glad to finally start our activities," states Simon
Gerrard, Managing Director of Centrosolar UK Ltd.

About Centrosolar

With locations in Hamburg, Paderborn and Kempten, Centrosolar
AG is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Munich-based Centrosolar Group AG, an
international company with over 1,000 employees and annual revenue of EUR 309
million (2009). Each of the subsidiaries offers products and solutions that
convert solar energy into electricity. Our product range includes
photovoltaic (PV) systems, PV mounting systems, solar glass and project
planning for multi-MW PV systems. The Centrosolar Group operates a module
production facility in Wismar (capacity: 200 MWp) as well as a solar glass
plant in Fürth (2009: 6 million m squared glass). Further subsidiaries are
located in Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Switzerland, the
Netherlands and the US.

For more information, please visit:

www.centrosolar.com

    Press relations:

    CENTROSOLAR AG
    Manuela Jakobi (press spokeswoman)
    Stresemannstrasse 163
    22769 Hamburg
    Tel. +49-5251-500500
    E-mail: manuela.jakobi@centrosolar.com

    CENTROSOLAR UK LTD
    Building 3, Chiswick Business Park
    566 Chiswick High Road
    London W4 5YA
    Mobile: +44(0)7713114963
    E-mail: info.uk@centrosolar.com

Press relations: CENTROSOLAR AG, Manuela Jakobi (press spokeswoman), Stresemannstrasse 163, 22769 Hamburg, Tel. +49-5251-500500, E-mail: manuela.jakobi at centrosolar.com;
CENTROSOLAR UK LTD: Building 3, Chiswick Business Park, 566 Chiswick High Road, London W4 5YA, Mobile: +44 7713114963, E-mail: info.uk at centrosolar.com