Ascent Solar's EnerPlex Recognized for Excellence in Digital Communication; Wins Three AVA Digital Awards From the Association of Marketing & Communication Professionals

THORNTON, CO--(Marketwired - Feb 5, 2016) - Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTI), a developer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art, flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules integrated into the Company's EnerPlex™ series of consumer products, has been awarded one Platinum and two Gold AVA Digital Awards by the Association of Marketing & Communication Professionals (AMCP).

EnerPlex was presented the Platinum AVA Award in the Website category and Gold AVA Awards in the Product and Editing categories.

Justin R. Jacobs, Manager of Brand Development for Ascent Solar, said, "We are very proud to have once again been recognized for the quality and innovativeness of our work in telling the story of our EnerPlex line of products. These awards further reinforce Ascent's paradigm shift into consumer products; where excellence in consumer communication, digital or otherwise, can be a significant competitive advantage. We look forward to broadening our brand marketing strategy and reinforcing the quality of EnerPlex's products in the marketplace."

About Ascent Solar Technologies and EnerPlex™:

Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. is a developer of award winning thin-film photovoltaic modules with substrate materials that are more flexible, versatile and rugged than traditional solar panels. Ascent Solar modules can be directly integrated into consumer products and off-grid applications, as well as aerospace and building integrated applications. EnerPlex is the Company's brand of consumer products and is a division of Ascent Solar. Ascent Solar and EnerPlex are headquartered in Thornton, Colorado. For more information, go to www.goenerplex.com and www.ascentsolar.com.

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