EnerPlex Debuts Jumpr Fit & Kickr Mini Product Lines at CES 2016

THORNTON, CO--(Marketwired - Jan 6, 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, announced today the Company's EnerPlex Division announced the debut of two new product lines at CES 2016 in Las Vegas: the Qi and FastCharge enabled Jumpr Fit platform and Kickr Mini.

These new products will be on exhibition for the public during CES 2016.

The Kickr Mini is a lightweight 8watt solar charging and battery solution which folds to the size of a smartphone. Equipped with an integrated 5,000mAh battery, the Kickr Mini is the most powerful pocket-sized solar power generation and storage solution available.

The Jumpr Fit platform is the next generation of power-banks from EnerPlex; refined styling and ultra-thin design make the Jumpr Fit family a natural selection for all consumers who need easy-to-carry power. Furnished with dual lightning and micro-USB tethers the Jumpr Fit can charge not only smartphones and other electronics, but wearable electronics as well, such as Fitbit Garmin and others. The Jumpr Fit will come in 3 capacities: 3,000mAh, 6,000mAh and 12,000mAh and will also come with the option for cutting edge Qi and QuickCharge capabilities.

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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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