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Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASTI) is described in company materials as a U.S. innovator in featherweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions. Its news flow highlights how this technology is applied in space, defense, agrivoltaic, industrial, and consumer contexts, as well as how the company funds its operations through public offerings, at-the-market programs, and private placements.
On this page, readers can review news about technology deployments and testing, such as Ascent’s thin-film PV modules being evaluated for spacecraft power generation in cislunar space, durability testing in saltwater environments for ocean monitoring technologies, and assessments of space-based power beaming receiving capabilities. Company announcements also describe the delivery of mission-optimized Plug & Fly™ solar array blanket assemblies for spaceflight, designed using CIGS PV modules and lighter-weight, space-rated laminates.
Another key theme in Ascent Solar’s news is its teaming agreements and partnerships. Recent releases discuss collaborations with companies focused on mobile hydrogen generation for drones and terrestrial defense applications, advanced power conversion and conditioning for space missions, graphene-based long-duration energy storage, and space-to-space power beaming services. These items illustrate how Ascent’s thin-film PV technology is integrated into broader power and energy systems for U.S. defense, national security, and commercial space markets.
Investors and observers will also find capital markets updates, including private placements of common stock and warrants, best-efforts public offerings, and changes to an at-the-market offering agreement. These news items summarize gross proceeds, intended use of funds for working capital and corporate purposes, and the involvement of placement agents.
By following the ASTI news feed, users can see how Ascent Solar’s flexible thin-film PV technology is being tested, deployed, and financed across multiple high-performance applications and specialized environments.
Ascent Solar Technologies (Nasdaq: ASTI) reviewed 2025 commercial progress and outlined 2026 priorities, highlighting new defense and space-focused partnerships, production ramp plans, product durability advances and a financing close. Key 2025 items include teaming agreements with NovaSpark, Emtel Energy, CisLunar Industries and others, development of space- and marine-capable thin-film PV, a Georgia Tech UAV wing demonstration, and a private placement of up to $5.5 million. For 2026 the company plans aggressive production to fulfill orders for Q1 2026 array deployments, European partner UAV deliveries in H1, continued efficiency improvements for its CIGS thin-film, and Q1 environmental testing for space conditions.
Ascent Solar Technologies (NASDAQ: ASTI) announced on Dec 8, 2025 the closing of a private placement priced at-the-market under Nasdaq rules, raising approximately $2.0 million of gross proceeds upfront. The financing included 1,025,643 shares (or pre-funded warrants) plus series A and short-term series B warrants to purchase up to 1,025,643 shares each, with an exercise price of $1.70. Series A warrants expire five years from the Resale Registration Statement effective date; series B expire in eighteen months. H.C. Wainwright served as placement agent. The company may receive up to $3.5 million more if warrants are fully exercised and intends to use net proceeds for general working capital.
Ascent Solar Technologies (NASDAQ: ASTI) entered a definitive agreement for a private placement on Dec 8, 2025 to sell 1,025,643 shares (or pre-funded warrants) and accompanying warrants at $1.95 per share, raising approximately $2.0 million of gross proceeds at closing. The offering includes series A warrants and short-term series B warrants exercisable immediately at $1.70, with the series A warrants expiring five years and series B warrants expiring 18 months from the effective date of the resale registration statement. If all warrants are exercised for cash, additional gross proceeds could total approximately $3.5 million. H.C. Wainwright & Co. is the exclusive placement agent and net proceeds are intended for general working capital.
Ascent Solar Technologies (ASTI) announced on December 3, 2025 that it provided test modules of its featherweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic (PV) technology to a leading space company for spacecraft power generation testing in Cislunar space (between Earth and the moon).
Preliminary test results are described as promising for the modules' ability to generate power in deeper-space radiation environments. The company said its refined manufacturing supports rapid delivery and that arrays aim to add capability without significant mass penalty for lunar and beyond-moon missions.
Ascent Solar Technologies (NASDAQ:ASTI) announced a teaming agreement with NovaSpark Energy on November 12, 2025 to combine Ascent’s lightweight flexible thin-film photovoltaic panels with NovaSpark’s mobile hydrogen generation systems.
The package is designed to be air-droppable for battlefield or disaster-zone deployment to power long-range drones, military devices for U.S. Army, Marines, Navy and other national security stakeholders, and to support rapid disaster recovery and critical infrastructure needs. Both CEOs highlighted scalability, rapid production delivery, and deployable clean power at the edge.
Ascent Solar Technologies (NASDAQ:ASTI) and CisLunar Industries signed a teaming agreement on Nov 6, 2025 to combine Ascent’s featherweight, flexible thin‑film photovoltaic technology with CisLunar’s high‑efficiency power conversion and conditioning systems.
The partnership targets U.S. space customers including NASA, DoD, Space Force and national security stakeholders, aiming to provide distributed, durable power solutions designed to extend mission length and improve vehicle longevity while emphasizing energy efficiency and rapid delivery.
Ascent Solar Technologies (Nasdaq: ASTI) delivered thin-film flexible PV test samples on Oct 14, 2025 to two partners: an ocean monitoring technology company and a space power lasing company. The ocean partner will test functionality and durability in aquatic applications to support persistent ocean monitoring. The space partner will evaluate the panels as receivers for space-based power beaming between satellites. Ascent highlighted the technology's lightweight, flexible and durable design for extreme environments and will review test findings.
Ascent Solar Technologies (NASDAQ: ASTI) has announced a strategic partnership with Defiant Space Corporation to advance opportunities in defense and space markets. The collaboration combines Ascent's lightweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic solutions with Defiant's expertise in space-based defense solutions.
The partnership will focus on serving U.S. defense and national security sectors, while also exploring opportunities across NATO and Five Eyes partner nations. This alliance aims to contribute to the rapidly expanding global space economy, which is projected to reach $1 trillion by 2040.
Ascent Solar Technologies (ASTI) has signed a teaming agreement with Emtel Energy USA to combine their technologies for space applications. The partnership aims to integrate Ascent's flexible thin-film photovoltaic solutions with Emtel's graphene-based electrostatic long duration energy storage (ELDES) technology.
The collaboration targets the Department of Defense and Space Force needs, offering durable power solutions for satellites, spacecraft, and space architecture. Emtel's solid-state graphene battery technology addresses limitations of traditional flow batteries, while Ascent's lightweight PV systems provide reliable energy generation in space environments.
Ascent Solar Technologies (ASTI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Star Catcher Industries to enhance thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions for space applications. Star Catcher's innovative space-to-space power beaming service can provide 5-10x more power to satellite operators through concentrated solar energy transmission.
The partnership will explore four key areas: power augmentation for continuous operations, backup during outages, bundled power solutions combining both technologies, and joint demonstration missions. This collaboration aims to advance space-based solar technology and meet growing demand for next-generation power solutions in orbit.
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