Jerry Stokes Appointed Vice President Of EPIA's Board Of Directors

Suntech Power Holdings announced that Jerry Stokes,
President of Suntech Europe, has been elected as a Director and Vice President
of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association's (EPIA's) eight-member Board
of Directors.

Dr. Winfried Hoffmann, a Member of the Supervisory Board
of SMA Solar Technology AG, was appointed as the new President of the EPIA. The
elections were held recently at the EPIA's Annual General Meeting in Brussels.

"Many challenges lie ahead for our industry; but so do
great opportunities. Over the last few decades, our industry has matured
significantly. Now, we're poised to drive a revolution of the way Europe
produces and consumes energy," said Jerry Stokes, President of Suntech Europe.

"As a leading European solar association, EPIA has a
major role to play in promoting photovoltaics and engaging policy makers;
promoting regional and global dialogue on key issues; and facilitating
legislative and market transparency and stability for our member companies. I
am honoured to support EPIA in this important mission and look forward to
taking a more active role to advance the solar industry," Mr. Stokes added.

Jerry Stokes has been actively involved in solar PV, fuel
cells, and energy conversion, distribution and storage industries in Europe for
over 20 years. Mr. Stokes joined Suntech in 2006 and, as President of Suntech
Europe, is responsible for Suntech's growth strategy and development in Europe.
Mr. Stokes has also led Suntech's European effort to promote sustainability,
climate dialogue and policy development to take advantage of readily available,
cost-effective solar solutions.  He has
served on the United Nations Secretary General Advisory Board on Energy and
Climate, in the Copenhagen Climate Council, and the Prince of Wales's European
Corporate Leaders Group on Climate Change. In addition, Mr. Stokes is an active
supporter of PV CYCLE's solar module recycling initiative.