REC Silicon — Audit Report / Information 2009

Apr 16, 2010

Board of Directors has approved 2009 Financials

Sandvika April 16, 2010: The Board of Directors of REC has approved the

financial statements for 2009. Compared to the preliminary results for 2009

presented in the 4th quarter report there are no changes in profit for the year.

About REC

REC is a leading vertically integrated player in the solar energy industry. REC

is among the world's largest producers of polysilicon and wafers for solar

applications, and a rapidly growing manufacturer of solar cells and modules. REC

is also engaged in project development activities in selected PV segments.

Founded in Norway, REC is an international solar company, employing more than

3,000 people worldwide. REC had revenues in excess of NOK 9 billion in 2009.

Please visitwww.recgroup.com to learn more about REC.

This information is subject of the disclosure requirements acc. to §5-12 vphl

(Norwegian Securities Trading Act)

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