Andrew Birch, chief executive of Sungevity, said: "I am thrilled about the potential of reaching Lowe's 15 million weekly customers at their more than 1,750 retail locations, with Sungevity's services."

Lowe’s, the world’s second largest home improvement retailer, has taken a minority stake in Sungevity, which helps people install solar panels.

Andrew Birch, chief executive of Sungevity, said: "I am thrilled about the potential of reaching Lowe’s 15 million weekly customers at their more than 1,750 retail locations, with Sungevity’s services."

Patti Price, senior vice-president of merchandising at Lowe’s, added:  "Lowe’s new partnership with Sungevity responds to customer demand by providing a convenient and affordable process for going solar."

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