ROR Power Grants Incentive Stock Options to Non-Executive Directors

VANCOUVER, July 5, 2012 /CNW/ - Run of River Power Inc. (TSX-V: ROR) ("ROR Power" or "the Company") today announced, in accordance with its approved stock option plan and Director compensation package, it has granted 400,000 options to non-executive directors of ROR Power. The options are exercisable at $0.10 per share and for a term of five years. The options vest over two years as follows: 1/3 on the grant date, 1/3 twelve months from the grant date and 1/3 twenty-four months from the grant date.

About Run of River Power Inc.

ROR Power develops renewable, sustainable energy through its portfolio of clean energy projects. The company helps diversify BC's energy mix by providing a cleaner way to generate power and increasing the security of BC's energy supply. ROR Power operates an Eco Logo© certified hydroelectric power generation station at Brandywine Creek, near Whistler, BC that provides green power for about 4,000 homes. With a total development potential of approximately 400 MW, the company is well positioned for profitable growth.

Forward-Looking Statements

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