Stardust Solar Advances U.S. Operations with Entry into Atlanta

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Friday, February 20th, 2026

Stardust Solar Energy Inc. announces its expansion into the Atlanta, Georgia market, further advancing its U.S. growth strategy while reinforcing its broader commitment to scaling solar with battery solutions globally.

Atlanta represents a strategically attractive market for solar and energy storage, supported by strong population growth, expanding commercial activity, and rising electricity demand across residential and business sectors. The Atlanta metropolitan area is one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States, creating sustained demand for reliable, cost-stable energy solutions. Georgia has emerged as a leading U.S. solar market, ranking among the top states nationally for installed solar capacity, reflecting continued investment in solar infrastructure and grid modernization.

The Company's entry into Atlanta builds on these favourable market fundamentals and supports the growing demand for distributed solar and battery systems that enhance energy resilience, long-term cost predictability, and sustainability outcomes for customers. As energy needs increase across the Southeast, Atlanta provides a scalable platform for residential, commercial, and industrial solar adoption.

"Atlanta is a compelling market for continued U.S. expansion," said Mark Tadros, Chief Executive Officer of Stardust Solar Energy Inc. "It combines strong population growth, increasing power demand, and a supportive environment for solar development. Our entry into Atlanta aligns with our broader global expansion strategy to scale a diversified, recurring-revenue solar platform across high-growth markets."

Stardust Solar's expansion into Atlanta is supported by the Company's established operating framework, which emphasizes training, development, and consistent delivery standards across markets. This approach enables local execution while maintaining alignment with Stardust Solar's broader growth strategy and global sustainability objectives.

"Atlanta reflects the type of market where local demand and long-term energy trends intersect," said Erica Bearss, MBA, DBA (c), Vice President, Corporate Communications of Stardust Solar Energy Inc. "As we continue to expand across the U.S., we remain focused on enabling solar deployment at scale, both domestically and internationally through disciplined growth, strong operational support, and long-term stakeholder alignment."