Mr. Eamonn McHugh reports

STARDUST SOLAR LAUNCHES MANITOBA FRANCHISE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ESTABLISHED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Stardust Solar Energy Inc. has launched Stardust Solar Manitoba, its newest Canadian franchise. The province-wide franchise will be led by the experienced management team behind Southside Electric Ltd., an established electrical contracting company with 45 years of industry experience, bringing proven technical expertise and strong local industry relationships to Manitoba's growing solar energy market.

The new franchise, owned by Jason Geddes and managed by Ryan Pasieczka, will serve the entire province of Manitoba, including Winnipeg, Brandon, Steinbach, Portage la Prairie, Winkler, Morden and Thompson. Combining Southside Electric's technical expertise, operational infrastructure and established relationships with builders and developers with Stardust Solar's renewable energy platform, the franchise will deliver solar photovoltaic (PV) installations and battery energy storage solutions for residential, commercial, agricultural and community housing projects.

Manitoba represents a strategic growth opportunity for Stardust Solar, supported by favourable solar generation potential, rising electricity rates and financial incentives that strengthen project economics. Efficiency Manitoba offers eligible businesses rebates of 75 cents per watt of installed DC solar capacity, equivalent to a potential $75,000 incentive for a qualifying 100-kilowatt installation, while homeowners may qualify for 50 cents per watt, up to $5,000. Eligible businesses may also benefit from the federal Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit of up to 30 per cent on qualifying solar investments, subject to applicable requirements. Combined with Manitoba Hydro's 4.0-per-cent electricity rate increase effective Jan. 1, 2026, these market conditions support growing opportunities for residential, commercial and agricultural solar installations, positioning Stardust Solar to expand its market presence and pursue new revenue opportunities across the province.

The Manitoba expansion advances Stardust Solar's strategy of strengthening its North American franchise network, pursuing commercial solar and battery storage opportunities, and building a scalable, performance-driven platform designed to create long-term shareholder value.

About Southside Electric Ltd.

Southside Electric Ltd. is a Manitoba-based electrical contracting company with 45 years of experience serving residential and multifamily construction markets.

About Stardust Solar Energy Inc.

Stardust Solar Energy is a globally expanding renewable energy company supporting the installation, development, training, and deployment of residential, commercial and utility-scale solar solutions across international markets. The company operates a diversified solar royalty platform generating recurring revenue through franchise installation operations, accredited training and development licences and subscriptions, and technology-driven innovation initiatives. Through formal engagement with governments, utilities and commercial stakeholders, the company is scaling renewable energy capacity worldwide.