RE Royalties Announces up to a USD $9.0 Million Portfolio-Level Royalty Investment with Solaris Energy Inc.

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RE Royalties (OTCQX:RROYF) agreed to invest up to USD $9.0 million to acquire a portfolio-level royalty in distributed generation solar projects developed by Solaris Energy. The transaction covers two portfolios: Portfolio 1 (15 projects across CA, ME, DE, NH, CO; 9 under construction, 6 in development) and Portfolio 2 (9 projects; final composition may change).

RE Royalties will fund $3.0 million at closing toward Portfolio 1, with an additional $1.8 million expected by Q2 2026 subject to conditions; Portfolio 2 remains subject to due diligence. Royalty rates will be adjusted per advance to target a pre-agreed minimum return over a 25-year period and continue for project life thereafter.

Positive

• Up to $9.0M committed to renewable energy royalties
• Initial $3.0M funded at closing for Portfolio 1
• Portfolio 1 covers 15 projects with 9 near-term builds
• Solaris pipeline estimated at $400M+

Negative

• Remaining $1.8M for Portfolio 1 conditional and expected by Q2 2026
• Portfolio 2 acquisition is contingent on due diligence and closing conditions
• Funding proceeds released via advances tied to project milestones, creating execution risk

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 7, 2026 / RE Royalties Ltd. (TSXV:RE)(OTCQX:RROYF) ("RE Royalties" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Solaris Energy Inc. ("Solaris") to invest up to USD $9.0 million to acquire a royalty interest (the "Royalty Purchase") in two portfolios of distributed generation ("DG") solar projects located throughout the United States.

The first portfolio consists of 15 projects including 9 under construction with several nearing operation, and 6 in development, located across California, Maine, Delaware, New Hampshire and Colorado ("Portfolio 1"). The second portfolio comprises 9 more projects, the final composition of which may evolve as the projects advance ("Portfolio 2"). The transaction represents the acquisition of a portfolio level royalty on a diversified portfolio of DG solar assets and marks the exciting beginning of a new partnership between the two parties.

The Royalty Purchase for Portfolio 1 totals USD $4.8 million and will be funded through multiple advances as individual projects reach key development and construction milestones. At closing, the Company will fund the first advance of USD $3.0 million. The remaining USD $1.8 million is expected to be funded by Q2 2026, subject to the satisfaction of applicable conditions. The Royalty Rate will be adjusted at each advance to target a pre-agreed minimum return based on a 25-year period. The Royalty will continue past 25 years for the remaining life of the Portfolio 1 projects.

The Royalty Purchase for Portfolio 2 is still subject to the completion of due diligence to the satisfaction of the Company, other customary closing conditions and is expected to occur later this year.

Peter Leighton, COO of RE Royalties, commented, "This transaction reflects RE Royalties' continued focus on partnering with renewable energy developers and acquiring royalty interests on diversified, cash-generating clean energy assets and near term operating projects. Distributed generation solar remains a compelling segment of the market, and we are delighted to support Solaris as they continue to expand their US solar portfolio."

"This equity infusion from RE Royalties puts Solaris Energy in a unique position to leverage our existing capital partnerships with our rapidly growing project pipeline to simplify solar project finance," said Solaris Energy CEO Nick Perugini. "Sponsor equity is the most difficult capital to raise, and we're thrilled to join with the RE Royalties team to strengthen our relationships with internal sponsor equity, tax equity, and lender partners to complete capitalization of our strong portfolios of distributed generation and solar plus storage projects."

This investment represents an opportunity for RE Royalties to enter into a framework agreement to acquire a series of long-term royalties, on projects being developed in the commercial and industrial ("C&I") DG space. Solaris is a renewable energy developer that has had success developing, financing, building, and operating hundreds of solar projects and currently has a large pipeline of potential projects with an estimated value of more than USD $400 million.

About Solaris Energy Inc.

Solaris Energy Inc. is a U.S. based solar developer and asset manager headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado. Founded in 2008, Solaris initially operated as a non-profit organization, The Atmosphere Conservancy, aimed at helping non-profits adopt solar energy solutions. In 2010 Solaris Energy, Inc. was established and operates as a certified B Corporation and Public Benefit Corporation providing experienced, value-driven commercial and community solar and storage development, finance, and long-term asset management services across the United States.

About RE Royalties Ltd.

RE Royalties Ltd. acquires revenue-based royalties over renewable energy facilities and technologies by providing non-dilutive financing solutions to privately held and publicly traded companies in the renewable energy sector. RE Royalties is the first to apply this proven business model to the renewable energy sector. The Company currently owns over 100 royalties on solar, wind, hydro, battery storage, energy efficiency and renewable natural gas projects in North America, South America and Asia. The Company's business objectives are to provide shareholders with a strong growing yield, robust capital protection, high rate of growth through re-investment and a sustainable investment focus.

For further information, please contact:

Media Contacts:

RE Royalties Ltd.
Talia Beckett, VP of Communications and Sustainability
T: (778) 374‐2000
E: investor@reroyalties.com
www.reroyalties.com

Solaris Energy, Inc.
Shaun Laughlin, VP, Strategic Partnerships
T: (303) 883-9003
E: shaun.laughlin@solarisenergy.com
www.solarisenergy.com

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SOURCE: RE Royalties Ltd.

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FAQ

What amount is RE Royalties (RROYF) investing with Solaris Energy on January 7, 2026?

RE Royalties announced an investment of up to USD $9.0 million to acquire a portfolio-level royalty in Solaris Energy projects.

How much did RE Royalties (RROYF) fund at closing for the Solaris Portfolio 1?

The company funded an initial USD $3.0 million advance at closing toward the Portfolio 1 royalty purchase.

What are the timing and conditions for the remaining Portfolio 1 funding for RROYF?

An additional USD $1.8 million is expected to be funded by Q2 2026, subject to satisfaction of applicable conditions.

Is the Portfolio 2 royalty purchase for RROYF finalized and funded?

No; Portfolio 2 is subject to due diligence, customary closing conditions, and is expected to occur later in 2026 if satisfied.

What is the structure of the royalty returns for RE Royalties (RROYF) on these Solaris projects?

Royalty rates will be adjusted at each advance to target a pre-agreed minimum return based on a 25-year period and will continue for the projects' remaining life.