CHARLOTTE, NC--(Marketwired - Jun 17, 2015) - Blue Sphere Corp. (OTCQB: BLSP) (the "Company" or "Blue Sphere"), a clean energy company that develops, manages and owns waste-to-energy projects, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved its first share repurchase program. Under the program, the Company is authorized to repurchase up to $500,000 worth of its common stock, which as of the closing price of the Company's common stock on June 12, 2015 would equate to approximately 16,666,666 shares. The Company's shares of common stock may be purchased on the open market or through privately negotiated transactions from time-to-time and in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. The Company is not obligated to make any purchases, including at any specific time or in any particular situation. The program may be limited or terminated at any time without prior notice.
"We are pleased to announce the commencement of the Company's share repurchase program, which reflects our confidence in the short and long-term strength of Blue Sphere, as well as our continued commitment to optimizing shareholder returns," said Mr. Shlomi Palas, Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Mr. Palas added that, "Blue Sphere has successfully funded and started construction of two large Waste-To-Energy facilities which are planned to deliver a total amount of $6 million to the Company in 2015, and recurring cash flows for the next 15 years. Considering the meaningful progress of the Company and its stronger balance sheet, we believe our shares are currently significantly undervalued."
About Blue Sphere Corporation
Blue Sphere Corporation is a company in the cleantech sector as a waste-to-energy project integrator. Blue Sphere develops waste-to-energy and other renewable energy projects. The Company aspires to become a key player in the global waste-to-energy and renewable energy markets. For further information, please visit the Company's website: www.bluespherecorporate.com.
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