The projects total 6.9 MW and are located in Selma, Newton Grove and Smithfield, North Carolina.

North Carolina - December 3, 2015 - Applied Energy Technologies (AET), a preferred supplier of commercial and utility-scale racking systems and one of the top 10 solar racking companies in the United States, was selected to supply the racking systems for BayWa r.e.s first three solar installations in the United States. The projects total 6.9 MW and are located in Selma, Newton Grove and Smithfield, North Carolina. AET is providing its Rayport- G ECO ground mount system for all three projects.

"We know a lot of consideration was taken in choosing the right solar racking provider for BayWa r.e.s first U.S. solar installation," said Aaron Faust, VP of Business Development for AET. "With a large-scale project like this, it is important to find the best possible value. We are proud to have been chosen by BayWa r.e."

AETs Rayport-G ECO is UL listed and is rapidly becoming an industry standard for developers and EPCs looking for a ground mount system that is easy to install, scalable and delivers a significant savings on total installed costs.

"AETs Rayport-G ECO was a smart choice for these projects," said Jam Attari, CEO at BayWa r.e. "AET had the best quality and ease of installation for the price. We have a great deal of confidence in the team at AET."

AETs Rayport-G ECO is strong and durable, having been engineered to withstand the most challenging environmental conditions, as well as being light and compact, allowing for high shipping density, low freight costs and easier handling on the job site.

About Applied Energy Technologies (AET)
Applied Energy Technologies (AET), a leading provider of world-class solar mounting solutions, delivers top quality engineering, manufacturing and installation (EMI) services for bankable utility and commercial-scale solar projects. With an impeccable track record of more than 275 MW in completed projects, 100% on time delivery, 100% on budget, and zero warranty claims, AET meets the highest standards in product manufacturing, design and engineering, and installation required by some of the solar industrys foremost leaders. AET has more than 30 years of product development and engineering experience, and creates mounting solutions that stand up to harsh environmental conditions, meet tough budget constraints, and are fast and easy to install. For more information, visit: http://aetenergy.com/.