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- For SunEdison Rob Wyse, 212-920-1470 rob@m1pr.com SunEdison, North America's largest solar energy services provider, today named Martin T. Hart as non-executive, independent board member and chairman of the audit committee.

Hart brings more than 30 years of independent board and executive management experience to SunEdison. He has served on the boards of many companies, including restaurant chains such as Pizza Hut, financial institutions such as Pacific National Bank Financial Group (today merged with US Bank), and various companies within the technology, construction and internet industries. Hart currently serves on the boards of five public companies namely: Mass Mutual Corporate Investors, MassMutual Participation Investors, ValueClick, Spectranetics, and Texas Roadhouse. He has also served as Chairman of the Board of

Trustees of Regis University in Denver, Colorado.

"It is a privilege for the SunEdison board of directors to engage with Martin, considering his financial and auditing experience across industries with both public and privately held companies," noted David Buzby, SunEdison CEO and Chairman of the Board. "He is deeply committed to board work, guiding companies that define their industries. I have worked closely with Martin on several boards, and I am pleased that he is bringing his expertise and guidance to SunEdison in our efforts to create long-term value for our customers."

"I am looking forward to working with SunEdison, a pioneer and an industry leader of the solar energy services model," said Hart. "As a member of the board of directors and chairman of the audit committee, I look forward to providing guidance as the company focuses on fully managed, long-term solar solutions for its customers."

Hart holds a B.A. from Regis University and is a Certified Public Accountant.

About SunEdison

Sun Edison LLC is North America's largest solar energy services provider and operates across a global marketplace. SunEdison provides solar-generated energy at or below current retail utility rates to a broad and diverse client base of commercial, municipal and utility customers. For more information about SunEdison, please visit www.sunedison.com.

Renowned Board Advisor Named Chairman of the Audit Committee