Global Solar thin film cells run one of the most powerful CIGS modules available; Shurjo Energy grid-connect market for Shurjo Energy

Tucson, Ariz. / Berlin, May 26th, 2010 – Global Solar Energy, a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) solar material, recently announced that Shurjo Energy Private Limited, a subsidiary of PAE Limited, was awarded the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) certification for its complete line of solar modules that use Global Solar CIGS technology. Of the two, a 158 watt module is one of the most powerful CIGS panels on the market.

Global Solar Energy (GSE), CDM Italy and Yohkon Energía join efforts to build landmark CIGS rooftop array in Orgiano (Venetia) Italy / CIGS solar cells manufactured by GSE selected due to high efficiency

Tucson, Ariz. / Berlin, May 21st, 2010  -  Global Solar Energy, a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) solar material, recently announced that its technology is powering the largest CIGS rooftop installation in the world. The system, currently producing 820 kW of solar energy for a plastics manufacturer in Orgiano (Venetia), Italy, was made possible by Yohkon Energía S.A., a leading Spanish producer of solar modules and applied solutions, CDM Italy, a photovoltaic (PV) specialist and Italian branch for Espacasa S.L. Spain, and Global Solar Energy.

Experienced Executive to Spearhead Product Strategy and Market Growth for Thin Film CIGS Leader; Tim Teich Appointed Vice President of Operations

Tucson, Ariz. - March 24, 2010 - Global Solar Energy, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) solar material and the only company in large scale production of CIGS on a flexible substrate, today announced Jean-Noel Poirier as the company's new vice president of marketing and business development. Mr. Poirier will lead Global Solar's sales, marketing, business development and product management efforts, to support the successful execution of the company's technology roadmap and corporate strategy.

NREL Verifies First Thin Film Module to Reach Record Efficiency on Flexible Substrate

Tucson, Ariz- February 23, 2010 - Global Solar Energy today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the nation's primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development, confirmed 13.2 percent aperture area efficiency for a module made by Global Solar Energy applying its production-line thin film solar material. Global Solar is the first manufacturer to exceed the 13% milestone using thin film on a flexible substrate. This benchmark advances the thin film photovoltaic market and underscores Global Solar's leadership as the only manufacturer of CIGS cells on a flexible substrate in full-scale production.

Durable, Highly Efficient SUNLINQ™ Solar Charger Streamlines Powering Consumer Mobile Electronic Devices with New USB Interface

Tucson, Ariz. - January 7, 2010 - Global Solar Energy, Inc., the premier manufacturer of Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) thin film solar products, today introduced universal serial bus (USB) enabled SUNLINQTM portable solar chargers to its line up. The SUNLINQ line is the only solution for portable solar power for any type of outdoor needs. This new feature charges and powers batteries for any mobile electronic device capable of connecting and charging via a USB interface, allowing consumers to keep their devices charged and ready to use at any time, from any location.

CTO Dr. Jeffrey Britt Takes Helm of Solar Technology Leader, Implements Strategic Focus on Building Industry

Tucson, Ariz. – November 5, 2009 – Global Solar Energy, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) solar material and the only company in large scale production of CIGS on a flexible substrate, today announced that Michael S. Gering is retiring as President and CEO of Global Solar Energy, Inc. and Dr. Jeffrey Britt has been appointed his successor. Mr. Gering, 73, will remain on the Board of Global Solar and serve as Chairman, dividing his time between his residences in Annapolis, Maryland and Tucson, Arizona.

Leading Thin Film Photovoltaic Manufacturer Also Meets Record Production Efficiency of CIGS String Product Line

Tucson, Ariz./ Berlin – September 16, 2009  –  Global Solar Energy, Inc., the premier manufacturer of Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) thin film solar products, today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the nation’s primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development, confirmed 15.45 percent total area efficiency for Global Solar’s production level CIGS material. Adding to this news, Global Solar announces a peak efficiency of 11.7 percent for production CIGS solar cell strings manufactured at its 35-megawatt German and 40-megawatt U.S. plants. With these benchmarks, Global Solar continues to advance the thin film photovoltaic market and underscores its leadership as the only manufacturer of CIGS cells on a flexible substrate in full scale production.

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Global Solar Energy, a leading manufacturer of Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) thin-film solar cells, will exhibit its lightweight, flexible solar technology and products at Intersolar  2009. Executives will be present to discuss company developments, Global Solar new product applications and answer questions. The booth will display FLEX portable solar chargers, Generation 2 thin film CIGS solar strings and its Generation 2 CIGS thin film material which is enabling new products for the rapidly emerging building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) market. For a demonstration and briefing with a Global Solar executive, please contact Ludwig Achenbach under the following number: +49 (0) 170 / 81 725 81.

Global Solar Joins Dow in Solar America Initiative to Help Deliver Hi-tech, Thin-film BIPV Products for Building Construction, Including Flexible Solar Shingles

Tucson, Ariz. - April 28, 2008 - Global Solar Energy, a solar industry leader that manufactures highly-efficient thin-film solar cells for glass modules or flexible material products, today announced Dow Building Solutions, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company, has invited Global Solar to participate in its U.S. Department of Energy Solar America Initiative (SAI) project to help create innovative building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products.  As a part of its SAI program, Dow is creating a flexible solar roof shingle, and has made Global Solar a key team member in its development.

Global Solar Energys Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) Technology Powers MMA Renwewable Ventures' Systems; Modules Producted and Installed by SOLON

Tucson, Ariz.-Dec. 2, 2008- Global Solar Energy, a leading manufacturer of Copper indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS) thin-film solar cells, today announced the fill operation of the largest solar electric array worldwide using CIGS photovoltaiv (PV) technology.  The 750-kilowatt (kW) system, located at Global Solar's manufacturing facility in Tucson, is the first commercial-scale deployment of the company's highly efficient CIGS thin-film solar technology and will help power its manufacturing plant.

Arizona State University Photovoltaic Testing Laboratory (ASU-PTL) Certifies Global Solar Energy's Solar Modules; Underscores Global Solar's Leadership and Validates CIGS Technology

San Diego, Calif. - Solar Power International '08 - October 15, 2008  Global Solar Energy, Inc., a solar industry leader that manufactures highly-efficient thin-film solar cells for glass modules or flexivle material products, today announced the Arizona State University Photovoltaic Testing Laboratory (ASU-PTL) has awarded the Company International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) certification of its solar modules utilizing Copper Indium Gallium diSelenide (CIGS).  The IEC 61646 certification confirms Global Solar's modules adhere to the commission's stringent requirements for functional and mechanical capabilities for long-term operation and open-air environments.

New PowerFlex Solar Strings Simplify and Speed Adoption of Low-Cost, Highly Efficient and Flexible Thin-Film CIGS Technology

Intersolar 2008 - Munich, Germany and Tucson, Ariz. - June 11, 2008 - Global Solar Energy, a solar industry leader that manufactures highly-efficient thin-film solar cells for glass modules or flexible material products, today announced a major breakthrough for silicon module and Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) manufacturers looking to quickly and efficiently incorporate thin-film technology into their manufacturing processes.