Panasonic Added to Sunnova’s Approved Vendor List, Offering Consumers Greater Access to Solar Technology

Panasonic Solar modules now more accessible to U.S. homeowners through Sunnova’s nationwide network of local solar installers

NEWARK, N.J., March 5, 2019 — Panasonic Eco Solutions of North America today announced it has been named an approved vendor for Sunnova Energy Corporation, one of the leading U.S. residential solar and storage service providers. Consumers will now be able to purchase Panasonic Solar technology through Sunnova's broad portfolio of service offerings - including buying and leasing financing options, warranties and expert maintenance - empowering U.S. homeowners with more choices and access to make the solar transition.

Sunnova has serviced over 65,000 customers to date in 24 U.S. states and territories. The company's business model creates a wider variety of options for customers interested in going solar, with the added security of operations and maintenance performance guarantees. Sunnova is focused on delivering industry-leading energy service as well as leveraging its relationships with manufacturers and installers to create a seamless experience for homeowners.
"Cost is one of the greatest barriers to entry in our industry and Panasonic is committed to helping homeowners understand and take advantage of the benefits of solar technology," said Mukesh Sethi, General Manager, Solar, and Energy Storage Division, Panasonic Eco Solutions North America. "With Sunnova's energy services expertise and portfolio of solutions, Panasonic customers will now gain added value to their solar energy investment."
Expanded Solar Software Offerings
Panasonic and Sunnova are both partnered with Sighten, a leading solar software for residential designs and proposals. Sighten recently launched integrated Sunnova Financing on its platform, making it easy for installers to sell Sunnova directly in the industry's leading design and proposal tool.
Aurora Solar, a software tool that Sunnova relies on to accurately design and quote projects, will also now be available to Panasonic Premium installers. Aurora's validated software evaluates the shading and performance simulations for their clients' projects.
Warranty Benefits
Through Sunnova Protect™, each solar system is protected for the full 25 years of service, eliminating out-of-pocket expenses associated with the system's care and maintenance while providing energy production guarantee. The Sunnova Protect™ warranty is included with all Sunnova service agreements.
To complement Sunnova's warranty offering, Panasonic's HIT® and HIT+® series modules are also covered by Panasonic's industry leading 25-year product and performance warranty.
For more information about Panasonic solar technology, please visit: na.panasonic.com/us/solar
For more information about Sunnova and its solar, solar plus storage and service offerings, please visit: www.sunnova.com
About Panasonic Corporation of North America
Newark, NJ-based Panasonic Corporation of North America is a leading technology partner and integrator to businesses, government agencies and consumers across the region. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation and leverages its strengths in Immersive Entertainment, Sustainable Energy, Integrated Supply Chains and Mobility Solutions to enable its business-to-business customers. Panasonic was highlighted in Forbes Magazine's Global 2000 ranking as one of the Top Ten Best Regarded Companies for 2017. The ranking is based on outstanding scores for trustworthiness, honesty with the public and superior performance of products and solutions. Learn more about Panasonic's ideas and innovations at Panasonic.com.

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