Just Energy Reaches Agreement On The Sale Of Hudson Energy Solar Corp.

Just Energy Group, Inc. ("Just Energy" or the "Company")

, a competitive retailer of natural gas and electricity, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell the shares of Hudson Energy Solar Corp. ("Hudson Solar"), its commercial solar development business, to a leading global energy company. The purchase price to be paid will allow the assumption or repayment by the purchaser of approximately USD$33 million in outstanding debt plus the payment of approximately USD$23 million cash at closing. After deducting certain transaction costs, the net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including reducing the balance on Just Energy's revolving credit facility. The final sales price and net proceeds may be subject to certain adjustments including for working capital balances as well as potential earn-out payments. Closing is expected on or around September 30, 2014. The sale is contingent upon consents of various lenders. Co-CEO Deb Merril stated: "When Just Energy set out to identify non-core assets that could be sold to reduce debt, the Hudson Solar division was one of the assets identified. This sale will result in a reduction in our overall debt level while allowing us to continue to focus on our core energy business. The sale of these commercial solar installations does not alter the Company's interest in residential solar as a possible growth driver for the future." CIBC World Markets acted as financial advisor to Just Energy with respect to the transaction.