Contact Energy intends to raise about $280 million via a discounted share issue, Reuters reports. The power generator plans to use the proceeds to fund investments in renewable generating capacity.

The offer, which gives existing shareholders the opportunity to participate in the future growth of the company, will open on May 13 and close on June 1, 2011. The offer will be underwritten by Craigs Investment Partners, Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs.

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