Stardust Solar Launches International Training License & Subscription Program to Drive Recurring Revenue and Global Expansion

Executive Summary

• Stardust Solar announced a suite of upgrades to its training and education programs, including new institutional licensing fees ($25,000 upfront, $5,000 annual renewal) and a student subscription model ($99/year), aimed at generating high‑margin recurring revenue.
• The company introduced complimentary “Introduction to Marketing and Sales” courses and modernized its online delivery platform to improve learner engagement.
• An aggregate of 100,000 stock options (exercise price $0.20) and 791,998 restricted share units were granted to senior executives and directors as FY2025 performance awards.

Key Details

• Institutional Training Licenses – $25,000 upfront fee, $5,000 annual renewal, 5‑year term; enables partners to deliver Stardust Solar curriculum with continuous updates.
• Student Subscription Model – $99 per year for full curriculum access, yearly updates, recertifications, and NABCEP‑accredited training where applicable.
• Platform Enhancements – New interactive features, improved content structure, optimized online delivery; addition of complimentary marketing & sales modules.
• Equity Incentive Grants – 100,000 stock options (exercisable at $0.20) granted to Paul Baluch (25k), Evan Kraemer (25k), Erica Bearss (50k); RSUs totaling 791,998 issued to senior leadership and consultants with quarterly vesting over one year and three‑year expiry.
• Strategic Rationale – Initiatives designed to create scalable, high‑margin recurring revenue streams while expanding global reach of solar workforce development.

Notable Quotes

• “A strong solar workforce starts with training that is practical, current, and engaging,” said Erica Bearss, VP Corporate Communications.
• “These upgrades strengthen our curriculum platform, expand access to high‑quality solar education, and introduce scalable licensing and subscription models that align directly with our strategy to build recurring revenue streams while expanding our global reach,” said Mark Tadros, CEO.