Clear Skies Group Partners with SGFP2 on Solar-Powered Active-Living Community

Clear Skies Group Partners with SGFP2 on Solar-Powered Active-Living Community

$6,500,000 Solar-Powered Generation Facilities Will Help DeKalb County, Georgia Community Lead Drive to Smart Living

NEW YORK - Clear Skies Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Clear Skies Solar, Inc. (OTCBB: CSKH), today announced a partnership with SGFP 2 LLC, a SmartGrowth Opportunity Fund, LLC company ("SGFP"), to provide solar power to the real estate investment fund’s active-living community project in DeKalb County, Georgia, located outside of Atlanta.

Under the $6,500,000 agreement, Clear Skies will provide a 900kW solar power generation facility, which is expected to save community residents approximately 80% on their anticipated utility costs.

Contingent on obtaining financing, the project is in the final stages of permitting. Construction, anticipated to commence in early 2009, will consist of two phases. The first phase will include construction of a 330kW installation with the capacity to serve 55 ranch-style town homes. Phase Two will incorporate another 570kW to serve an additional 95 town homes.

“CSG is proud to work with forward-thinking home developers like SGFP to bring the benefits of solar energy to homeowners who are concerned about rising energy costs and a cleaner environment,” said Ezra Green, Chairman and CEO of Clear Skies Solar. “We recognize that solar energy will play an integral role in the future of the global energy market and applaud companies like SGFP that are helping us to make great strides in bringing solar to the masses in the form of sustainable and eco-friendly communities. Like SGFP, CSG is committed to the concept of ‘smart growth’ and to achieving the highest-quality living experience for its residents.”

About Clear Skies Group
Clear Skies Solar, Inc. through its wholly owned subsidiary, Clear Skies Group, Inc. ("CSG"), provides full-service renewable energy solutions to commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients across the country. CSG was incorporated in 2003 and launched formal operations in 2005. During that time period, CSG developed its proprietary systems, obtained licenses and certifications, and acquired technologies that could maximize the impact of its construction expertise on the renewable energy sector. CSG has become one of the premier solar electric installation companies in the country. For more information about CSG, visit www.ClearSkiesGroup.com.

About SGFP 2, LLC
SGFP 2, LLC is a SmartGrowth Opportunity Fund, LLC company ("SGFP"). SGFP is a real estate investment fund that invests in housing, retail, and commercial projects in urban communities. The Fund engages primarily in rehabilitation and repositioning of projects. Its mission is to help rebuild America's cities through prudent investment and management of urban in-fill development projects.

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Preview the Online Event with Solar Expert, J. Peter Lynch, as he Discusses Solar Market Trends, Thin Film, BIPV ,Solar Stocks: Conergy, First Solar

Preview the Online Event with Solar Expert, J. Peter Lynch, as he Discusses Solar Market Trends, Thin Film, BIPV and Solar Stocks: Conergy, First Solar and Q-Cells

POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC---March 20, 2008 -- www.InvestorIdeas.com and Renewableenergystocks.com, global green investor portals, remind investors of the Investorideas.com Global Greentech Online Investor Conference, live today. The free audio conference will be uploaded and accessible online, to registered users starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern.

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The online conference themed: "Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, and Water," features industry leaders and participants including: Christina Page, Yahoo!’s Director of Climate and Energy Strategy, Mary Nichols, appointed by Governor Schwarzenegger in July 2007 to lead California in its efforts to reduce greenhouse gases, Akeena Solar, Inc. (NasdaqCM:AKNS ),Robert Wilder, WilderHill Clean Energy Index and Neil Berlant, Manager of the PFW Water Fund.

Public companies include Medis Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:MDTL), Telkonet, Inc. (Telkonet SmartEnergy), solar stocks: Akeena Solar, Inc. (AKNS) Clear Skies Solar, Inc., (OTCBB: CSKH) XsunX, Inc (OTCBB: XSNX) and electric car manufacturer, ZAP.
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Global Greentech Online Investor Conference Presenter Schedule Posted

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Insight Into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, Water and More...
March 20th
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Presenter Schedule:

Time
Presenter
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6:00 am pst
Christina Page, Yahoo!’s Director of Climate and Energy Strategy
6:20 am pst
Robert Wilder - WilderHill Clean Energy Index

6:40 am pst
Peter C. Fusaro - Chairman & Founder of Global Change Associates

7:00 am pst
Akeena Solar, Inc.

7:20 am pst
Jamie Wimberly - Distributed Energy Financial Group (DEFG) LLC

7:40 am pst
Matthew Sant - Partner, Irell & Manella LLP

8:00 am pst
XsunX, Inc.

8:20 am pst
Rafael Coven - Managing Partner, Cleantech Indices™

8:40 am pst
Adam Krop - Vice President-Equity Research, Ardour Capital Investments, LLC

9:00 pm pst
Medis Technologies Ltd.

9:20 pm pst
Estelle Lloyd - Venture Business Research Ltd.

9:40 pm pst
Brian C. Yerger - CFA Research Analyst

10:00 pm pst
ZAP

10:20 pm pst
J. Peter Lynch - Solar Expert

10:40 pm pst
Telkonet SmartEnergy

11:00 pm pst
Neil D. Berlant - Senior Vice President Managing Director – Water Group Crowell, Weedon & Co.

11:20 pm pst
Clear Skies Solar, Inc.

11:40 pm pst
Neal M Dikeman - Jane Capital Partners LLC
12:00 pm pst
Mary D. Nichols - Chairman, California Air Resources Board
12:20 pm pst
Joshua Levine - Editor, ChangeWave Investing and ChangeWave MicroCap Investor
12:40 pm pst
Yeves Perez - CEO & CGO, Eco Investment Club
1:00 pm pst
Mark Henwood, Founder - Camino Energy
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Neil D. BerlantFund Manager of the PFW Water FundSince 1968, Neil has been continuously involved in the investment banking industry, either as a principal, officer, or founder of several firms. He has supervised and initiated the publication of numerous investment research reports on the water industry and conducted conferences directed towards top corporate management, the investment community, and venture capitalists. He has been a speaker at conferences on topics ranging from financing, to business and investment opportunities in the water industry. In addition, he has consulted to Fortune 500 companies and participated in negotiations concerning mergers, acquisitions, and venture capital investments. He is quoted frequently in newspapers including the Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Investor's Business Daily, and is a frequent water expert on CNBC.
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Rafael CovenManaging Partner, Cleantech Indices™ Rafael Coven has an ideal combination of extensive cleantech industry and institutional investor experience. He has spent most of the last 23 years in cleantech as a manager, entrepreneur, equity investor, and management consultant.Rafael has global experience working with or consulting to such leading cleantech firms as Abengoa, Dynatech, Philips Lighting, Siemens, and numerous private equity and venture capital investors in the sector. During the 1990s, Rafael was an international equity analyst at Dietche & Field Advisors where he evaluated, made, and managed a $700 million segment of the firm's $5.6 billion equity holdings (including many cleantech companies). He has also founded three cleantech companies and still actively reviews numerous cleantech businesses. He has lived and worked in numerous countries and speaks Italian and Spanish.
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Neal M DikemanJane Capital Partners LLCNeal is one of the founding partners of Jane Capital Partners LLC, an energy and technology merchant bank whose clients have included the technology arms of multinational energy companies. He has launched several startups, including Carbonflow in carbon credit IT. He previously cofounded SC Power Systems, Inc. and its successor Zenergy Power plc (AIM:ZEN) in superconductor technology, helped launch WaiterPad POS Systems, Inc. in wireless hospitality POS solutions, and led the spin-out of Fideris, Inc. in fuel cell test & measurement. He has served as a director of several technology companies, edits the Cleantech Blog, named one of the 50 Best Business Blogs by London Times, and chairs Cleantech.org. Before entering private equity, he began his career in energy investment banking at Bankers Trust, and has a B.A. from Texas A&M University.
Peter C. FusaroChairman, Global Change AssociatesPeter C. Fusaro is Chairman of Global Change Associates in New York and is the best selling author of What Went Wrong at Enron and 12 other books on energy and the environment. Peter is an energy industry thought leader noted for his keen insights in emerging energy and environmental financial markets. He has been on the forefront of energy and environmental change for over 30 years focusing on oil, gas, power, coal, emissions, carbon trading and renewable energy markets. Peter is currently advising on carbon trading and clean energy technology arena to financial services companies. Peter was selected for Who’s Who in America for 2007 and 2008. He coined the term “Green Trading” and holds the Wall Street Green Trading Summit with Reuters in New York each spring. He is also a well known expert on Asia Pacific energy and environmental markets. He co-founded the Energy Hedge Fund Center LLC (www.energyhedgefunds.com) in 2004. Peter graduated with an MA in international relations from Tufts University and a BA from Carnegie-Mellon University.
Mark Henwood, FounderCamino EnergyMark Henwood founded and directs Camino Energy. Previously, Mark grew Henwood Energy Services, Inc. into one of the premier providers of software, information, and consulting services to the global power industry. After selling the company to form Global Energy Decisions, Mark started Camino because of his long term interest in sustainable energy and the need for information to help guide investment in this vital and growing sector. In addition to his activities at Camino, Mark is the CEO of Henwood Associates (a Sustainable Energy Business), serves on the boards of PowerLytix, LLC and PLEXOS Solutions LLC., and manages a diversified portfolio of equities and fixed income. He is also active in promoting sustainable energy businesses in Sacramento, CA through his involvement with CleanStart where he is Vice Chairman and with start-ups as a venture partner at Velocity Ventures LLC. Camino Energy provides comprehensive global tracking and accurate segmentation of publicly-traded sustainable energy businesses. Our PurePlaytm Indices allow focused investment in companies pursuing specific business activities. Current coverage includes Solar, Renewable Electricity, Biofuels, and Fuel Cells.
Adam KropVice President-Equity Research, Ardour Capital Investments, LLCAdam Krop is responsible for equity research coverage within the solar sector. Prior to joining Ardour Capital as a senior analyst, he was an associate analyst with AG Edwards covering the household products industry from 2005 - 2007. Adam received his M.B.A. in Finance from Fordham University in 2004 while working in Ardour Capital’s equity research training program. He holds a B.S. in Biology from James Madison University.
Joshua LevineEditor, ChangeWave Investing and ChangeWave MicroCap InvestorMr. Levine has more than 20 years of experience researching technology trends and analyzing and investing in micro- and small-cap stocks. In 2002 he joined ChangeWave Research -- an independent investment research firm -- as a technology analyst. As the editor of two ChangeWave advisory services, he guides investors through the analytical process of stock selection and managing a high-performance growth portfolio. He also works closely with the ChangeWave Alliance, an intelligence network of 13,000 credentialed professionals, including CIOs, IT managers, executive management, scientists and engineers, from a broad cross section of 20 markets. Alternative Energy and Cleantech are two primary industries targeted by the Alliance's research activities. www.Changewave.com
J. Peter LynchSolar ExpertMr. J. Peter Lynch has worked, for 31 years as a Wall Street security analyst, an independent investment/merchant banker and private investor in small emerging technology companies. He has been actively involved in following developments in the renewable energy area since 1977 and is regarded as a leading expert in this field.He is one of the few people with a through understand of each of the critical areas involved: finance, the equity markets and the renewable energy industry. He was the contributing editor for 17 years to the Photovoltaic Insider Report, the leading publication in PV that was directed at industrial subscribers, such as major energy companies, utilities and governments around the world.He has been a speaker and presenter at numerous financial conferences on a variety of topics, including solar energy and solar energy related stocks. He is currently a private investor and financial/technology consultant to a number of companies. He can be reached via e-mail at: solarjpl@aol.com.
Estelle Lloyd Founder and COO, Venture Business Research Estelle Lloyd is the founder and COO of Venture Business Research a leading global source of research and deal intelligence on venture capital and private equity funds and their investments, M&A and the public capital markets. Their customer product and service span four major areas of innovation: Clean Technologies and Renewable Energy, Security (Homeland & IT) and Defense, Healthcare Innovations, Health, Wellness and Better Nutrition. By focusing on fundraisings currently marketed, acquisition targets, M&A opportunities and upcoming IPOs they deliver actionable intelligence that provides insight into tomorrow's industry leading companies. In addition, VBR's research platform offers the most accurate and comprehensive databases of deals and investors analyzed by private placements, buyouts, PIPEs, M&A and IPOs to facilitate corporate finance decision-making. Venture Business research services range from governments and multinational companies to investment banks, venture capitalists, private equity funds, hedge funds and law firms in over 55 countries. Venture Business Research was founded in 2005 and employs 20 analysts and journalists in various locations around the globe.Estelle has worked in Venture Capital and Investment Banking for the past 12 years. She is an MBA graduate from the dual international MBA program of Columbia Graduate School of Business in New York and London Business School. www.vbresearch.com.
Mary D. NicholsChairman, California Air Resources BoardMary D. Nichols, JD, was appointed Chair of the California Air Resources Board in July 2007, a post she held previously under Gov. Edmund H, Brown Jr. from 1979 to 1983. At CARB she is responsible for implementing California's landmark greenhouse gas emissions legislation as well as setting air pollution standards for motor vehicles and fuels.After graduating from Cornell University and Yale Law School Ms. Nichols practiced environmental law in Los Angeles, bringing cases on behalf of environmental and public health organizations to enforce state and federal clean air legislation. President Clinton appointed her to head the Office of Air and Radiation at US EPA, where she was responsible for, among many other regulatory breakthroughs, the acid rain trading program and setting the first air quality standard for fine particles. She also served as California's Secretary for Natural Resources from 1999 to 2003. Prior to her return to the ARB, Ms. Nichols was Professor of Law and Director of the Institute of the Environment at UCLA.
Yeves PerezCEO & CGO, Eco Investment ClubEco Investment Network International, Inc. (EINI) was founded in 2007 in order to achieve our mission, which is to support the progression of the Green Movement. It is evident that there has been an inevitable shift in social consciousness towards things that are Eco-friendly, Sustainable, or "Green". This new market has emerged in the business world, both nationally and internationally, and corresponding technological, economical, and political trends have indicated that this market will continue to grow at an unprecedented rate. This global shift in social consciousness has created a worldwide demand for "Green". http://www.ecoinvestmentclub.com
Matthew SantPartner, Irell & Manella LLPMatthew Sant is a partner at Irell & Manella LLP, and practices in the firm's Newport Beach, California office. Mr. Sant represents some of the most exciting and innovative companies in the global economy. Matthew Sant's practice focuses on the structure and negotiation of complex licensing, development and commercial transactions involving intellectual property assets and emerging technologies. His experience also includes debt and equity financing, mergers and acquisitions, and public and private corporate securities. Among his clients are several companies and funds exploring "green" technologies, including the developer of hybrid and electric vehicles, the developer of proprietary "waste to energy" technologies for producing biofuels, and a fund that has invested in solar and other renewable energy technologies. www.Irell.com.
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Robert Wilder, J.D., Ph.D.WilderHill Clean Energy IndexDr. Rob Wilder is Founder and the Manager of the WilderHill Clean Energy Index (ECO), the first and leading Index on Wall Street for renewables & clean solutions. The Index is tracked by a PowerShares WilderHill Clean Energy Portfolio (symbol PBW) which has grown to over $1.75 billion in assets within its first three years. www.wildershares.com
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Jamie Wimberly, CEODistributed Energy Financial Group (DEFG)Jamie Wimberly founded and currently serves as CEO of the Distributed Energy Financial Group (DEFG, www.defgllc.com), a holding company with three branded entities, including: DEFG LLC, EcoAlign, DEFG Ventures.
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Brian C. Yerger CFAResearch AnalystBrian Yerger is responsible for covering the Alternative Energy industry for Jesup & Lamont. Mr. Yerger has almost 15 years of experience on Wall Street in sales, trading and investment banking prior to joining the research department in 2007.Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Delaware. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA™) and a member of the CFA Society of Philadelphia. He holds the following series registrations: 7, 63, 65, 86 & 87.He is frequently quoted in such financial media outlets as AP™, Barron’s™, Bloomberg™, BusinessWeek™, and Forbes™ as well as a presenting expert on the industry at such forums as the CFA of Philadelphia and will be presenting at the upcoming CompositesWorld conference. Currently, Brian publishes from our Mid Atlantic regional office in Wilmington, Delaware.
Participating Public Companies
Keynote:
Yahoo! Inc.YHOOInterview with Christina Page, Yahoo!’s Director of Climate and Energy Strategy

Akeena Solar, Inc.NasdaqCM: AKNSBarry Cinnamon, CEO “The Path of Solar to Grid Parity an End Users Perspective” Barry Cinnamon, is a widely recognized expert and long-time advocate of solar power. He began his career in solar energy at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). During the late 1970s and early 1980s, he designed and installed active solar, passive solar and ground coupled heat pump systems. He served as CEO of Software Publishing Corporation, and founded Allegro New Media. Mr. Cinnamon earned a BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and an MBA degree in Marketing from Wharton. He is a NABCEP Certified Solar Installer, a licensed California C-46 Solar Contractor, an active member of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group and a member of the Board of Directors of the national Solar Energy Industries Association and California Solar Energy Industry Association.
Clear Skies Solar, Inc.(OTCBB: CSKH)Clear Skies Solar, Inc. ("CSG") delivers turnkey Solar Electricity Installations and Renewable Energy Technology Solutions to commercial and residential customers across the United States. Since its launch, Clear Skies Group has installed solar power systems for municipalities, real estate developers, agricultural locations, office and residential complexes, storage facilities, manufacturing plants, schools, and more. www.ClearSkiesGroup.com

Medis Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:MDTL)Medis Technologies’ primary focus is on its fuel cell technology. Its business strategy is to sell its products to end users through OEM partnerships, retail outlets, service providers and to the military and other markets. Medis’ indirect majority-owned subsidiary, Cell Kinetics Ltd., is engaged in the development and commercialization of the CKChip, a unique cell carrier platform intended for simultaneous fluoroscopic monitoring and analysis of thousands of individual living cells over time. www.medistechnologies.com
Telkonet SmartEnergy and Telkonet, Inc.(AMEX: TKO)Telkonet SmartEnergy (TSE) is an intelligent, occupancy-driven in-room energy management system, providing an economic, green approach to controlling HVAC usage and improving energy efficiency. It incorporates a patented technology – Recovery Time™ (RT) that performs constant real-time calculations to adjust and maintain a room’s temperature based on occupancy. Unlike conventional fixed-setback systems, where the temperature is often forced to one fixed temperature in all rooms, RT takes into account a diverse range of factors to determine each room’s energy efficient temperature, restoring the temperature to the users’ desired comfort setting within minutes of returning to a room. TSE has been proven to deliver a rapid return on investment, often achieving quantifiable savings of approximately 30% by eliminating the wasteful heating and cooling of unoccupied rooms. Operating on an individual room-by-room basis, the system uses a combination of occupancy sensors, along with intelligent programmable thermostats or PTAC controllers, underpinned by RT’s unique functionality that ensures rooms are never excessively hot or cold when an occupant returns to the room.
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XsunX, Inc.(OTCBB: XSNX)Based in Aliso Viejo, Calif., XsunX is developing amorphous silicon thin film photovoltaic (TFPV) solar cell manufacturing processes to produce TFPV solar modules. To deliver its products the Company has begun to build a multi-megawatt TFPV solar module production facility in the United States to meet the growing demand for solar cell products used in large scale commercial projects, utility power fields, and other on-grid applications. Employing a phased roll out of production capacity, it plans to grow manufacturing capacities to over 100 megawatts by 2010. www.XsunX.com
ZAP(OTCBB: ZAAP)ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. ZAP is developing a high-performance crossover SUV electric car concept called ZAP-X engineered by Lotus Engineering. www.ZapWorld.com

New York Times Reports ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP) Best Selling Electric Car at Nation's Top Dealer

New York Times Reports ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP) Best Selling Electric Car at Nation's Top Dealer

NEW YORK--Wednesday March 19, 2008 -The New York Times in a March 9, 2008 article reported that the ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP - News) Xebra electric car is the best-selling model at the nation's top electric car dealer. The New York Times reported that electric car dealer Ecomotion of Portland, Oregon is the top dealer in the nation with about 125 vehicles sold. The article says the dealer sold about 50 of the ZAP Xebra, called the "surprise success" by the Portland Oregonian.

The New York Times article "Alternative Dealers Selling Alternative Power" by Oregon freelance writer Kristen Hall-Geisler covers the growing dealer market for electric cars. The article is available online by searching at http://www.nytimes.com under the keyword 'electric car dealers' or at the Internet address below.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/09/automobiles/09DEALER.html?_r=1&s cp=1&sq=zap&st=nyt&oref=slogin.

Electric car sales are growing with rising gas prices. ZAP sells the Xebra sedan and truck through a network of 50 dealer sales and service centers. Last week Xebra owner Bill Thompson of N. Ft. Myers, Florida told Florida's New-Press that he is spending two cents a mile with his electric car. See an online web interview at http://www.news-press.com in the video section or by using the Internet address below.

http://www.news-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080317/VIDE O/80317039.

About ZAP

ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias in collaboration with Lotus Engineering. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using advanced nanotech batteries with Advanced Battery Technologies. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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ZAP is a featured Company on Investorideas.com Green portals, China portal and Tech portal. For full details, click here: http://www.renewableenergystocks.com/CO/ZAAP/Default.asp


Contact:ZAPAlex Campbell, 707-525-8658acampbell@zapworld.com

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Telkonet to Present at Greentech Conference

Telkonet to Present at Greentech Conference
Telkonet's developing leadership position in energy management to be discussed during online conference

GERMANTOWN, Md Monday March 17, 2008 --Telkonet, Inc. (AMEX:TKO - News) the leading provider of innovative, centrally managed solutions for integrated energy management, networking, building automation and proactive support services today announced that Jeff Sobieski, Executive Vice President - Energy Management will make a presentation at the Investorideas.com Greentech Investor Conference taking place on March 20th. In his presentation Mr. Sobieski will discuss Telkonet SmartEnergy products and the company’s direction in addressing the fast-growing market for energy management products. “We have some exciting products to assist building owners in managing their heating and cooling costs. With energy prices near or at all-time highs we are seeing considerable interest in our Telkonet SmartEnergy products, which are designed to provide average energy cost savings of approximately 30% for many applications. In fact, many of our hospitality industry related customers are often realizing savings in excess of 30%, depending on the extremes of the outside temperature variations and the type of building construction,” commented Mr. Sobieski. “All of us at Telkonet are very excited to be addressing this market at a time when the rising cost of energy has become a worldwide topic of discussion. Please join us online next week as we present our patented and unique solution to managing in-building energy costs.”

Telkonet SmartEnergy products use a combination of occupancy sensors along with intelligent programmable thermostat controllers to adjust and maintain a rooms picture according to occupancy, time of day and environmental factors such as outside temperature and humidity, into a preset configuration of limiting the wasteful heating and cooling of unoccupied rooms and the damaging impact of and proper temperature fluctuations.

The global Greentech online investor conference will be held on March 20, 2008. For a full list of speakers and presenters and information on how to register for the conference is available at http://investorideas.com/forums/portals/green2.aspx .

About Telkonet SmartEnergy

Telkonet SmartEnergy (TSE) is an intelligent, occupancy-driven in-room energy management system, providing an economic, green approach to controlling HVAC usage and improving energy efficiency. It incorporates a patented technology – Recovery Time™ (RT) that performs constant real-time calculations to adjust and maintain a room’s temperature based on occupancy. Unlike conventional fixed-setback systems, where the temperature is often forced to one fixed temperature in all rooms, RT takes into account a diverse range of factors to determine each room’s energy efficient temperature, restoring the temperature to the users’ desired comfort setting within minutes of returning to a room.

TSE has been proven to deliver a rapid return on investment, typically achieving quantifiable savings of around 30% by eliminating the wasteful heating and cooling of unoccupied rooms. Operating on an individual room-by-room basis, the system uses a combination of occupancy sensors, along with intelligent programmable thermostats or PTAC controllers, underpinned by RT’s unique functionality that ensures rooms are never excessively hot or cold when an occupant returns to the room.

About Telkonet

Telkonet’s unique broadband networking solutions currently support more than a million network users per month, with its energy management systems optimizing energy consumption in over 80,000 rooms. Telkonet’s technology innovation is underpinned by the highest level of end-to-end quality of service, with comprehensive technical customer support. Its systems deliver wide-ranging functionality, from wired and wireless high-speed Internet access to energy management, IP surveillance and local area networking. Telkonet’s platforms are widely deployed on the global stage – in single buildings and ships, in multi-building complexes, hospitality venues and multi-dwelling units, and at government, education and defense locations.

Telkonet’s innovations include the revolutionary Telkonet Series 5 and the Telkonet iWire System™, which convert a site’s existing internal electrical infrastructure into an IP network backbone – quickly, cost-effectively and without disruption. The portfolio also includes the integrated EthoStream product suite, providing a comprehensive and advanced technology management platform for the hospitality industry, differentiated by outstanding remote management tools and a dedicated customer support facility. Telkonet SmartEnergy completes the line-up, delivering typical bottom line savings of 30% by controlling in-room energy consumption according to occupancy. For more information, please visit www.telkonet.com.



Contact:TelkonetJoe Noel, 240-912-1851orGarrett AxfordGeorgina Garrett/Simon Jones1-866-940-9987+44.1903.854900mail@garrett-axford.co.uk

Source: Telkonet, Inc.

Investorideas.com Greentech Investor Conference Update;Speakers Will Provide In- Depth Insight into Sector as Gas Prices Reach New Highs

Investorideas.com Greentech Investor Conference Update;Speakers Will Provide In- Depth Insight into Sector as Gas Prices Reach New Highs


Conference Goes Live Online March 20th; Investors, Experts and Public Companies in Green Sector Participate and Listen From Home or Office Desktop

POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC---March 14, 2008 -- www.InvestorIdeas.com and Renewableenergystocks.com, global green investor portals, update the list of presenters for the Investorideas.com Global Greentech Online Investor Conference, March 20, 2008. The free audio conference will be uploaded and accessible online, to registered users starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern.

Recent public company additions include Medis Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:MDTL) and Telkonet, Inc. (Telkonet SmartEnergy) (AMEX: TKO).

Recently added industry experts include Estelle Lloyd, Founder and COO of Venture Business Research and Mark Henwood, Founder of Camino Energy. Camino Energy provides comprehensive global tracking and accurate segmentation of publicly traded sustainable energy businesses.

The online conference themed: "Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, and Water," features a cross section of well-respected industry leaders and participants including: Christina Page, Yahoo!’s Director of Climate and Energy Strategy, Mary Nichols , appointed by Governor Schwarzenegger in July 2007 to lead California in its efforts to reduce greenhouse gases, Akeena Solar, Inc. (NasdaqCM:AKNS ) and Robert Wilder, WilderHill Clean Energy Index .

For a list of speakers and presenters and conference info: http://www.investorideas.com/Forums/Portals/Green2.aspx
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Recent Public Company Additions:
Medis Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ:MDTL)
Medis Technologies’ primary focus is on its fuel cell technology. Its business strategy is to sell its products to end users through OEM partnerships, retail outlets, and service providers and to the military and other markets. Medis’ indirect majority-owned subsidiary, Cell Kinetics Ltd., is engaged in the development and commercialization of the CKChip, a unique cell carrier platform intended for simultaneous fluoroscopic monitoring and analysis of thousands of individual living cells over time.

Telkonet SmartEnergy and Telkonet, Inc. (AMEX: TKO)
Telkonet SmartEnergy (TSE) is an intelligent, occupancy-driven in-room energy management system, providing an economic, green approach to controlling HVAC usage and improving energy efficiency. It incorporates a patented technology – Recovery Time™ (RT) that performs constant real-time calculations to adjust and maintain a room’s temperature based on occupancy. More info: http://www.investorideas.com/Forums/Portals/Green2.aspx

Additional public companies include Akeena Solar, Inc. Clear Skies Solar, Inc., XsunX, Inc., and ZAP (OTC BB: ZAAP.OB).

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Source: Investorideas.com; Renewableenergystocks.com; Akeena Solar, Inc., Telkonet, Inc, Medis Technologies Ltd., ZAP

Clear Skies Solar Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Assured Power and Communications Corporation

Clear Skies Solar Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Assured Power and Communications Corporation

LOS ANGELES - Clear Skies Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Clear Skies Solar, Inc. (OTCBB:CSKH), today announced it has signed a letter of intent to acquire Assured Power & Communications Corporation (Assurecom), a California-based solar technology innovator led by seasoned technical engineers Dennis Wingo and Kenneth Kledzik. Wingo and Kledzik will both join Clear Skies Solar’s executive leadership team.

The acquisition will serve to further enhance the in-house research and development capabilities that have made Clear Skies Solar (CSS) a leader in providing renewable energy solutions. CSS designs, engineers, manufacturers and installs the most advanced and cutting-edge technology currently available in the renewable energy market, and the company recently unveiled its cutting-edge TetraPort Solar Carport System, its patented X-Trax™ Solar Monitoring System and its proprietary Solar Power Supply (SPS) Vehicle Data Monitoring Device.

“We are thrilled about moving forward as one team,” said Ezra Green, Chairman and CEO of Clear Skies Solar. “The chemistry between our groups could not be better. Dennis and Ken bring the benefit of decades of technical expertise in computer, solar and aerospace industries and the combination resulting from this acquisition means that the solar technology possibilities are literally limitless.”

Wingo, who has worked for many years in the aerospace and technology fields on projects such as solar system outposts and high-level defense industry programs, will be named Clear Skies Solar’s new Chief Technology Officer. He began his career in the commercial computer industry where he contributed to a succession of pioneering companies such as Vector Graphic Incorporated, an early leading microcomputer company; Ibis, maker of early large capacity disk drives; Symbolics, the world’s first dedicated artificial intelligence desktop computer; and Alpharel, a pioneer in multi-Terabye engineering data management systems.
Wingo went on to found or co-found three companies: Skycorp Incorporated, which specialized in design of spacecraft to be assembled in space at the International Space Station; Orbital Recovery Limited, a company specializing in extending the operational lifetimes of large communications satellites; and ultimately Assured Power & Communications Corporation.
Kledzik, a seasoned computer industry professional, will become Vice President of Tech Operations. His career began in image processing and hardware development and quickly transitioned into sustaining engineering and later hardware development at Vector Graphic and Corona Data Systems. From there, while working at Eaton Test Systems and Vitesse Semiconductor, he migrated into the ATE (Automated Test Equipment) industry and eventually back to PC Design working as a consultant for Intel. He eventually went on to become one of the original founders of both Micron Corporation and Memtek, Inc. and served as partner at Legacy Electronics, Inc. prior to transitioning to Assured Power & Communications Corporation.
“We feel that this acquisition of Assurecom by Clear Skies Solar brings significant value to our and Clear Skies Solar’s shareholders,” Wingo said. “The marriage of the robust construction expertise of Clear Skies Solar to the technological innovations under development at Assurecom for advanced solar power systems will result in significant benefits to the combined company’s customers.”
Wingo and Kledzik will bring Clear Skies Solar a combined 58 years of experience in the computer, solar and aerospace industries and 16 granted patents in various technical areas. Together, they will lead the commercial launch of CSS X-Trax as well as direct the completion of several other patent-pending products and products currently in the research and development stages.
“Both Ken and I look forward to joining with Clear Skies Solar CEO Ezra Green to bring innovative and cost-effective solar solutions to our customers and build shareholder value for our investors,” added Wingo.
“With Dennis’s extensive technology expertise and Ken’s solid track record of executing projects and bringing them to fruition in the marketplace, I am thrilled to have their talent on board in time to launch our newly-patented X-Trax™,” concluded Green.
Pending due diligence, the acquisition is expected to be finalized by May 1, 2008.
About Clear Skies Group
Clear Skies Solar, Inc. through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Clear Skies Group, Inc. ("CSG"), provides full-service renewable energy solutions to commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients across the country. CSG was incorporated in 2003 and launched formal operations in 2005. During that time period, CSG developed its proprietary systems, obtained licenses and certifications, and acquired technologies that could maximize the impact of its construction expertise on the renewable energy sector. CSG has become one of the premier solar electric installation companies in the country. For more information about CSG, visit www.clearskiesgroup.com.
Clear Skies Holdings, Inc. is a featured Company on www.Investorideas.com Green portals.
Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer
Statements in this press release that are not statements of historical or current fact constitute "forward-looking statements." Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other unknown factors that could cause the Company's actual operating results to be materially different from any historical results or from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In addition to statements that explicitly describe these risks and uncertainties, readers are urged to consider statements that contain terms such as "believes," "belief," "expects," "expect," "intends," "intend," "anticipate," "anticipates," "plans," "plan," to be uncertain and forward-looking. The forward-looking statements contained herein are also subject generally to other risks and uncertainties that are described from time to time in the Company's filings with Securities and Exchange Commission.
For more information contact:
Clear Skies Group
Media Inquiries: Avalanche Strategic Communications Laura Finlayson, 201-488-0049 laura@avalanchepr.com or
Investor Relations: PR Financial Marketing Jim Blackman, 713-256-0369 jim@prfmonline.com
Source: Clear Skies Group, Inc.

Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close-Up on Solar Stocks; Audio Interview With

Renewable Energy Stocks Sector Close-Up on Solar Stocks; Audio Interview With
Tom Djokovich, CEO of XsunX, Inc. (OTCBB: XSNX)

CEO of XsunX, Inc. Provides Comparison of Amorphous Silicon with Silicon Wafer Technology


POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC—March 11, 2008 -- www.RenewableEnergyStocks.com,
a leading investor news and research portal for the renewable energy sector within Investorideas.com, presents a sector close-up audio interview on solar stocks with
Tom Djokovich, CEO of XsunX, Inc. (OTCBB: XSNX).

Mr. Djokovich provides valuable solar technology insight with his comparison of their amorphous silicon with conventional silicon wafer technology. He stated, “Amorphous silicon has certain properties that make it a better solar absorber than silicon wafer. The bottom line is that on a watt per watt basis, it outperforms many other technologies, specifically silicon wafer because it starts working earlier in the morning, works later into the evening, is more efficient in cloud cover and at the same time has minimal thermal degradation during the warmest parts of the day.”

Mr. Djokovich goes on to discuss XsunX’s phased roll out of production capacity, growing manufacturing capacities to over 100 megawatts by 2010 and what that means for investor’s patient enough to wait it out. He also provides an update on the current status of the production facility and insight into the company’s target markets and competitive strengths in the solar industry.

To hear full audio interview click here:
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* All interview content is based on previously disclosed public information in SEC filings and press releases.

XsunX, Inc.(OTCBB:XSNX) will also be presenting in the upcoming Investorideas.com online Greentech investor conference, March 20, 2008, giving investors free online access to industry and investing perspective in the green and renewable sector.

Featured Showcase Solar Company XsunX (OTCBB: XSNX): Based in Aliso Viejo, Calif., XsunX is developing amorphous silicon thin film photovoltaic (TFPV) solar cell manufacturing processes to produce TFPV solar modules. To deliver its products the Company has begun to build a multi- megawatt TFPV solar module production facility in the United States to meet the growing demand for solar cell products used in large scale commercial projects, utility power fields, and other on-grid applications. Employing a phased roll out of production capacity, it plans to grow manufacturing capacities to over 100 megawatts by 2010. More info on XsunX, Inc. can be found on our media profile at: http://www.investorideas.com/co/xsnx/default.asp or http://www.xsunx.com/


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Source: RenewableEnergyStocks.com, XsunX

ZAP Launches Sale of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Car, Tests Show up to 120 Miles per Gallon

ZAP Launches Sale of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Car, Tests Show up to 120 Miles per Gallon

SANTA ROSA, CA - Mar 10, 2008 - Electric car pioneer ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) is now offering plug-in hybrid conversion systems for the Toyota Prius and Ford Escape Hybrid through a collaboration agreement with Hybrids Plus.

Hybrid vehicles retrofitted with systems from Hybrids Plus of Boulder, Colorado can achieve a significantly greater fuel economy. In tests these systems increased hybrid fuel economy up to 120 miles per gallon in the city and up to 90 mpg on the highway. The cost for the conversion ranges from $24,000 to $36,000 depending on the vehicle and size of battery pack.

All gasoline electric hybrids currently produced by major automakers today are essentially gasoline-powered vehicles. They reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency compared to conventional cars, however they are fueled exclusively by gasoline. The plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) will allow the owner to charge their vehicle from a normal household wall outlet. By integrating a larger battery pack and a plug-in charging system, it becomes a new vehicle drawing energy from two fuel sources.

Hybrids Plus has sold PHEV systems to private individuals, fleets, power companies, and governmental entities. Deliveries can be provided in approximately four weeks from the initial order.
"This is a natural extension of our growth plans," said Hybrids Plus CEO Carl Lawrence. "ZAP has sold more city speed electric vehicles than any other company and has an established, growing dealer network that can provide sales and service for our vehicles."
"This collaboration allows more hybrid owners to have the most efficient vehicles on the road today," said ZAP CEO Steve Schneider. "ZAP dealers are preparing to offer a new level of service in the coming years involving mass-market hybrid and electric cars from Detroit Electric, so experience with plug-in hybrids can accelerate this process."
About ZAP
ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias in collaboration with Lotus Engineering. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using advanced nanotech batteries with Advanced Battery Technologies. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com <http://www.zapworld.com> .
About Hybrids Plus
Hybrids Plus, Inc., a privately held corporation in Boulder, CO, converts hybrid-electric vehicles into plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles (PHEV). The company is also a leader in vehicle to grid (V2G) technology, which allows battery energy stored in a PHEV to be fed into the electrical grid or a stand-alone house. It is deploying the first V2G fleet in the world in collaboration with a major electric power utility. Hybrids Plus is presently the second largest PHEV conversion company in North America, and it has the PHEV conversion technology that is the most seamlessly integrated into the original vehicle. It currently converts the Toyota Prius and the Ford Escape Hybrid, and may soon be offering a Toyota Highlander Hybrid conversion. For more information, visit http://hybrids-plus.com/ <http://hybrids-plus.com/> .
This press release contains forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
ZAP is a featured Company on Investorideas.com Green portals, China portal and Tech portal.
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ZAP
Alex Campbell
707-525-8658
acampbell@zapworld.com <mailto:acampbell@zapworld.com>
Source: ZAP

ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) Appoints Amos Kazzaz President of Electric Car Distribution Subsidiary Voltage Vehicles

ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) Appoints Amos Kazzaz President of Electric Car Distribution Subsidiary Voltage Vehicles

SANTA ROSA, CA - Mar 7, 2008 - With the growth of its electric car dealer network, ZAP (OTCBB: ZAAP) has appointed Amos S. Kazzaz as President of its Voltage Vehicles auto distribution subsidiary.

Kazzaz remains ZAP's Chief Operating Officer but was appointed as President of Voltage Vehicles to add his airline industry experience to the expansion of ZAP's auto distribution. ZAP has more than 50 automotive dealerships now in the USA with more signing up. The company is also entertaining more international distribution and considering proposals from various overseas markets. ZAP has also been receiving inquiries from auto dealerships interested in becoming dealers under ZAP's Detroit Electric joint venture with China Youngman as they prepare for launch in 2009.
Voltage Vehicles is a wholly owned subsidiary of ZAP responsible for the distribution of advanced technology vehicles. Voltage Vehicles was acquired by ZAP in July 2002.
Kazzaz has been COO of ZAP since March 2007. He served as President of United Airlines Shuttle Division from 1995 to 1999. Prior to joining ZAP, Kazzaz served as Vice President, Cost Management for United Airlines. Kazzaz also served as Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis for United. Before 2004, Kazzaz held various management positions with United involved in Real Estate, Finance and project management. Kazzaz serves on the Supervisory Board of Directors for the Alliant Credit Union. He holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Denver and a B.A. in International Affairs from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
About ZAP
ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias in collaboration with Lotus Engineering. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using advanced nanotech batteries with Advanced Battery Technologies. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com.
Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
ZAP is a featured Company on Investorideas.com Green portals, China portal and Tech portal. For full details, click here: http://www.renewableenergystocks.com/CO/ZAAP/Default.asp Contact: ZAP Alex Campbell 707-525-8658 acampbell@zapworld.com
Source: ZAP

Online Greentech Investor Conference Reminder for Green Investors and Public Companies

Online Greentech Investor Conference Reminder for Green Investors and Public Companies

"Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, and Water" is Live Online March 20th

POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC---March 6 , 2008 -- www.InvestorIdeas.com and Renewableenergystocks.com, global investor and industry Greentech portals, update the list of presenters for the 2008 Investorideas.com Global Greentech Online Investor Conference, March 20, 2008.

Recently added presenters include Estelle Lloyd, Founder and COO, Venture Business Research and Mark Henwood, Founder, Camino Energy.

Don't Miss Out on This Opportunity - If you are a Green, renewable energy or water company or an investor following the sector. Why? ... Because we have gathered some of the best Industry Experts and Speakers to Present .

The online conference themed: "Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, and Water," proudly features a cross section of the most well-respected industry leaders and participants in the sector.

The online conference, free to investors, will include Audio and Media presentations from industry, government, venture capital, funds, indices and global publicly traded companies. Conference info: http://www.investorideas.com/Forums/Portals/Green2.aspx

Public Companies: If you are presenting in any other conferences - there is no conflict since we record over the phone - it actually makes it easy if you already have a presentation ready to read.
Investors register free : http://www.investorideas.com/Forums/Register.aspx

Please note conference date has been changed from March 21 to March 20th.

Other well-known industry presenters include: Neil D. Berlant: Fund Manager of the PFW Water Fund; Rafael Coven: Managing Partner, Cleantech Indices(TM); Neal M. Dikeman: Jane Capital Partners LLC; Peter C. Fusaro: Chairman, Global Change Associates; Joshua Levine: Editor, ChangeWave Investing and ChangeWave MicroCap Investor (www.Changewave.com); J. Peter Lynch: Solar Expert; Yeves Perez: CEO & CGO, Eco Investment Club (http://www.ecoinvestmentclub.com); Matthew Sant: Partner, Irell & Manella LLP; Robert Wilder: J.D., Ph.D., WilderHill Clean Energy Index (www.wildershares.com); Jamie Wimberly: CEO of Distributed Energy Financial Group (DEFG, www.defgllc.com); and Brian C. Yerger: Research Analyst, Jesup & Lamont Securities.

Keynote Participating Public Companies: Yahoo! Inc. Interview with Christina Page, Yahoo!'s Director of Climate and Energy Strategy

Akeena Solar, Inc. (NasdaqCM:AKNS ) Barry Cinnamon, CEO, will discuss "The Path of Solar to Grid Parity an End Users Perspective"

The in-depth online conference will be available March 21st, 2008, starting at 9:00 am EDT and archived 3-6 months thereafter. The conference format will consist of an audio presentation (average 15 minutes) with images in a slideshow presentation, in Flash format. The conference is free to online visitors with login registration.

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Investorideas.com March 20th Online Greentech Investor Conference Presenters Added :

Investorideas.com March 20th Online Greentech Investor Conference Presenters Added :
Estelle Lloyd ,Founder and COO, Venture Business Research and
Mark Henwood, Founder of Camino Energy


"Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, and Water" is Live Online March 20th


POINT ROBERTS, WA and DELTA, BC---March 3 , 2008 -- www.InvestorIdeas.com and Renewableenergystocks.com, global investor and industry Greentech portals, update the list of presenters for the 2008 Investorideas.com Global Greentech Online Investor Conference, March 20, 2008. Recently added presenters include Estelle Lloyd, Founder and COO, Venture Business Research and Mark Henwood, Founder, Camino Energy.

The online conference themed: "Insight into Global Green Investing Trends and Opportunities in Solar, Wind, Biofuel, Green Transportation, and Water," proudly features a cross section of the most well-respected industry leaders and participants in the sector.

The online conference, free to investors, will include Audio and Media presentations from industry, government, venture capital, funds, indices and global publicly traded companies. Conference info: http://www.investorideas.com/Forums/Portals/Green2.aspx
Please note conference date has been changed from March 21 to March 20th.

Estelle Lloyd ,Founder and COO, Venture Business Research
Estelle Lloyd is the founder and COO of Venture Business Research a leading global source of research and deal intelligence on venture capital and private equity funds and their investments, M&A and the public capital markets. Their customer product and service span four major areas of innovation: Clean Technologies and Renewable Energy, Security (Homeland & IT) and Defense, Healthcare Innovations, Health, Wellness and Better Nutrition.

Mark Henwood, Founder, Camino Energy
Mark Henwood founded and directs Camino Energy. Previously, Mark grew Henwood Energy Services, Inc. into one of the premier providers of software, information, and consulting services to the global power industry. After selling the company to form Global Energy Decisions, Mark started Camino because of his long term interest in sustainable energy and the need for information to help guide investment in this vital and growing sector. In addition to his activities at Camino, Mark is the CEO of Henwood Associates (a Sustainable Energy Business), serves on the boards of PowerLytix, LLC and PLEXOS Solutions LLC., and manages a diversified portfolio of equities and fixed income. He is also active in promoting sustainable energy businesses in Sacramento, CA through his involvement with CleanStart where he is Vice Chairman and with start-ups as a venture partner at Velocity Ventures LLC.

Camino Energy provides comprehensive global tracking and accurate segmentation of publicly-traded sustainable energy businesses. Our PurePlaytm Indices allow focused investment in companies pursuing specific business activities. Current coverage includes Solar, Renewable Electricity, Biofuels, and Fuel Cells.

Other well-known industry presenters include: Neil D. Berlant: Fund Manager of the PFW Water Fund; Rafael Coven: Managing Partner, Cleantech Indices(TM); Neal M. Dikeman: Jane Capital Partners LLC; Peter C. Fusaro: Chairman, Global Change Associates; Joshua Levine: Editor, ChangeWave Investing and ChangeWave MicroCap Investor (www.Changewave.com); J. Peter Lynch: Solar Expert; Yeves Perez: CEO & CGO, Eco Investment Club (http://www.ecoinvestmentclub.com); Matthew Sant: Partner, Irell & Manella LLP; Robert Wilder: J.D., Ph.D., WilderHill Clean Energy Index (www.wildershares.com); Jamie Wimberly: CEO of Distributed Energy Financial Group (DEFG, www.defgllc.com); and Brian C. Yerger: Research Analyst, Jesup & Lamont Securities.

Keynote Participating Public Companies:

Yahoo! Inc.
Interview with Christina Page, Yahoo!'s Director of Climate and Energy
Strategy

Akeena Solar, Inc. (NasdaqCM:AKNS - News)
Barry Cinnamon, CEO, will discuss "The Path of Solar to Grid Parity an End
Users Perspective"

Additional Presenters; Featured Companies:

Clear Skies Solar, Inc. (OTC BB:CSKH.OB - News) through its wholly owned subsidiary, Clear Skies Group, Inc., provides full-service renewable energy solutions to commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients across the country. CSG was incorporated in 2003 and launched formal operations in 2005. During that time period, CSG developed its proprietary systems, obtained licenses and certifications, and acquired technologies that could maximize the impact of its construction expertise on the renewable energy sector. CSG has become one of the premier solar electric installation companies in the country. www.ClearSkiesGroup.com

XsunX, Inc. (OTC BB:XSNX.OB - News), based in Aliso Viejo, Calif., is developing amorphous silicon thin film photovoltaic (TFPV) solar cell manufacturing processes to produce TFPV solar modules. To deliver its products the Company has begun to build a multi-megawatt TFPV solar module production facility in the United States to meet the growing demand for solar cell products used in large scale commercial projects, utility power fields, and other on-grid applications. Employing a phased roll out of production capacity, it plans to grow manufacturing capacities to over 100 megawatts by 2010. www.XsunX.com


ZAP (OTC BB:ZAAP.OB - News) has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. ZAP is developing a high-performance crossover SUV electric car concept called ZAP-X engineered by Lotus Engineering. www.ZapWorld.com

The in-depth online conference will be available March 21st, 2008, starting at 9:00 am EDT and archived 3-6 months thereafter. The conference format will consist of an audio presentation (average 15 minutes) with images in a slideshow presentation, in Flash format. The conference is free to online visitors with login registration.

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Zacks Analyst Interview Highlights: JA Solar, Canadian Solar and Energy Conversion Devices

Zacks Analyst Interview Highlights: JA Solar, Canadian Solar and Energy Conversion Devices

CHICAGO--March 3,2008 --Zacks.com releases the latest Analyst Interview. Today’s interview is with senior analyst Jon Kolb, who discusses JA Solar (Nasdaq: JASO), Canadian Solar (Nasdaq: CSIQ) and Energy Conversion Devices (Nasdaq: ENER).

A synopsis of today’s Analyst Interview is presented below. The full article can be read at http://at.zacks.com/?id=2678.

Which are a few of your top Buys at the present time?

In late November of last year, we upgraded shares of Chinese solar panel maker JA Solar (Nasdaq: JASO) from Hold to Buy, and put on a target price of $22.50. JASO’s significant upswing following its February 2007 IPO remains a compelling growth story in clean energy, although the stock was down over 5% in a down day in the market Friday.

Capacity expansions and committed supply of key raw materials at JA Solar will continue to fuel growth. Strong earnings growth, coupled with a well-diversified customer base makes JASO one of the fastest-growing alternative energy stocks. Material cost savings through the company’s long-term supply agreement will also boost margins.

On the same day we upgraded JASO, we upgraded Canadian Solar (Nasdaq: CSIQ) to a Buy. Generally, it was for many of the same industry-wide strength reasons, but in Canadian Solar’s case, precipitous decline following its November 2006 IPO have reversed course strongly upward. After a gap of 3 consecutive quarters, the company reported positive operating income.

So two alt-energy Buys, but neither are U.S.-based companies.

Well, there’s always Michigan-based Energy Conversion Devices (Nasdaq: ENER). We remain optimistic about this company’s long-term potential success in the industry, given increased activity in solar power projects and progress towards sustainable profitability in late 2008. The company is developing and expanding its solar business while exiting other non-core businesses.

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Visit http://www.zacks.com/performance for information about the performance numbers displayed in this press release.

Disclaimer: Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should always research companies and securities before making any investments. Nothing herein should be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security.

Contacts Zacks.comMark VickeryZacks Web Content Editor312-265-9380Visit: www.zacks.com

Chevron and Weyerhaeuser Form Biofuels Joint Venture

Chevron and Weyerhaeuser Form Biofuels Joint Venture

Catchlight Energy LLC Leverages World-Class Capabilities of Both Companies to Develop Renewable Transportation Fuels from Nonfood Sources

SAN RAMON, Calif. & FEDERAL WAY, Wash.--February 29,2008 --Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) and Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE:WY) today announced the creation of a 50-50 joint venture company focused on developing the next generation of renewable transportation fuels from nonfood sources.

The joint venture, Catchlight Energy LLC, will research and develop technology for converting cellulose-based biomass into economical, low-carbon biofuels. The formation of Catchlight Energy is the first milestone of a biofuels alliance announced by Chevron and Weyerhaeuser in April 2007 and reflects the companies’ shared view that nonfood biofuels will play an important role in diversifying the nation’s energy supply.

“At Weyerhaeuser, we believe our timberlands hold solutions to important problems for people and the planet,” said Miles Drake, senior vice president, Research and Development and chief technology officer for Weyerhaeuser. “Catchlight Energy represents an imaginative approach to releasing this potential as we work to develop a sustainable solution to the world's energy needs.”

“Catchlight Energy brings together two leaders in their industries and leverages their strengths — from feedstocks to fuel manufacturing to marketing — to create a sustainable, economic, nonfood biofuels business at commercial scale,” said Mike Wirth, executive vice president, Global Downstream for Chevron.

Michael Burnside of Chevron has been appointed chief executive officer of Catchlight. During his 33-year career with Chevron, Burnside has held a variety of positions in manufacturing, planning and analysis and finance, and has been involved with a number of joint ventures. W. Densmore Hunter of Weyerhaeuser has been named Catchlight’s chief technology officer. Since joining Weyerhaeuser in 1980, Hunter has held key research, technology and manufacturing positions and currently leads the company’s biofuels and bioproducts research and development efforts.

Both Chevron and Weyerhaeuser will contribute resources — including funding, background technology and employees — to Catchlight Energy. Catchlight’s initial focus will be on developing and demonstrating novel technologies for converting cellulose and lignin from a variety of sources into biofuels.

Chevron and Weyerhaeuser already have separate research partnerships under way with universities, national laboratories and technology-based companies to advance the development of nonfood biofuels.

About Chevron

Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies with subsidiaries that conduct business across the globe. The company’s success is driven by the ingenuity and commitment of approximately 59,000 employees who operate across the energy spectrum. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and other energy products and services; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and produces geothermal energy; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of the future, including biofuels and other renewables. Chevron is based in San Ramon, Calif. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

About Weyerhaeuser

Weyerhaeuser Company, one of the world’s largest integrated forest products companies, was incorporated in 1900. In 2007, sales were $16.3 billion. It has offices or operations in 13 countries, with customers worldwide. Weyerhaeuser is principally engaged in the growing and harvesting of timber; the manufacture, distribution and sale of forest products; and real estate construction, development and related activities. Additional information about Weyerhaeuser’s businesses, products and practices is available at http://www.weyerhaeuser.com.

Cautionary Statement Relevant to Forward-Looking Information for the Purpose of "Safe Harbor" Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Some of the items discussed in this presentation are forward-looking statements about Chevron's and Weyerhaeuser's activities. Words such as "anticipates," "expects," "focused," "intends," "plans," "targets," "projects," "believes," "seeks," "estimates" and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. The statements are based upon management's current expectations, estimates and projections; are not guarantees of future performance; and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond the company's control and are difficult to predict. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this presentation. Unless legally required, Chevron and Weyerhaeuser undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.



Contacts ChevronDonald Campbell, +1-925-842-2589Leif Sollid, +1-925-842-3422orWeyerhaeuserUnited States — Bruce Amundson, +1-253-924-3047Analysts — Kathryn McAuley, +1-253-924-2058Canada — Wayne Roznowsky, +1-780-539-8832

Clear Skies Solar Announces Grant from U.S. Patent Office for X-Trax(TM) Solar Monitoring System

Clear Skies Solar Announces Grant from U.S. Patent Office for X-Trax(TM) Solar Monitoring System

Cutting-Edge System Provides Solar Energy Production Monitoring Capabilities to Solar PV Industry

LOS ANGELES, February 26,2008 - Clear Skies Group (CSG), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Clear Skies Solar, Inc. (OTCBB:CSKH) and the leading provider of renewable energy solutions, today announced a U.S. Patent was granted for its X-Trax™ Solar monitoring system.
The patented system, designed and developed entirely by Clear Skies Group’s in-house research and development department, will deliver reliable autonomous data readings for solar energy systems around the United States.

“Most systems on the market today are developed for large-scale commercial customers,” said Ezra Green, Chairman and CEO of Clear Skies Solar. “Several years ago, we saw distinct voids in the solar products and services market for the under-100kw system size. X-Trax™ fills the production monitoring void completely, as it can track solar electrical production for customers in both the residential and commercial sectors while preparing and distributing the data to the appropriate end user such as SREC aggregators. The X-Trax™ program is one stop shopping.”

X-Trax™ was designed to maximize data management efficiency by removing all the unnecessary fields and concentrating on hard-core production values. Because X-Trax™ transmits on a cellular frequency. Clients are guaranteed an unprecedented level of reliability at an extremely affordable price. The comprehensive X-Trax™ program will be the first of its kind in the U.S. that will fully support the energy production industry.

“The technology of X-Trax™ will reliably monitor solar electrical production and ensure that customers’ systems are performing at optimal levels,” added Green. “With firmware development, software development, and sophisticated programming all completed in-house, X-Trax™ will lead the way to a new era of energy production tracking and ensuring solar systems are working at optimal levels at all times.”

Clear Skies Group is one of the only solar energy integrators in the United States to house its own research and development department, through which it designs, develops and implements innovative solutions for Solar PV systems. “Our technology allows us to stand out in the solar industry by providing solutions to our clients,” concluded Green.

The X-Trax™ monitor is the result of several years of extensive research, development and testing, and Clear Skies Group now has several systems operating in the US. The system will be ready for commercial launch by the summer of 2008.

About Clear Skies Group

Clear Skies Solar, Inc. through its wholly owned subsidiary, Clear Skies Group, Inc. ("CSG"), provides full-service renewable energy solutions to commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients across the country. CSG was incorporated in 2003 and launched formal operations in 2005. During that time period, CSG developed its proprietary systems, obtained licenses and certifications, and acquired technologies that could maximize the impact of its construction expertise on the renewable energy sector. CSG has become one of the premier solar electric installation companies in the country. For more information about CSG, visit www.clearskiesgroup.com.

Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer

Statements in this press release that are not statements of historical or current fact constitute "forward-looking statements." Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other unknown factors that could cause the Company's actual operating results to be materially different from any historical results or from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In addition to statements that explicitly describe these risks and uncertainties, readers are urged to consider statements that contain terms such as "believes," "belief," "expects," "expect," "intends," "intend," "anticipate," "anticipates," "plans," "plan," to be uncertain and forward-looking. The forward-looking statements contained herein are also subject generally to other risks and uncertainties that are described from time to time in the Company's filings with Securities and Exchange Commission.

Clear Skies Solar, Inc. (OTCBB:CSKH) is a featured showcase company on Renewableenergystocks.com More info visist showcase profile: http://www.renewableenergystocks.com/CO/CSG/Default.asp


Contact:Clear Skies GroupMedia Inquiries:Laura Finlayson, 201-488-0049laura@avalanchepr.comorInvestor Relations:PR Financial MarketingJim Blackman, 713-256-0369jim@prfmonline.com

ZAP to Take Daimler Smart Car Lawsuit to California Supreme Court

ZAP to Take Daimler Smart Car Lawsuit to California Supreme Court


LOS ANGELES-- February 25, 2008 -Electric car maker ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP) filed a lawsuit against DaimlerChrysler, Smart Car and various officials on October 28, 2005, alleging severe misconduct attempting to destroy ZAP's business model to bring the affordable and environmentally friendly smart fortwo to the US public. Following a procedural ruling by the trial court and the court of appeals that the defendants were not subject to the jurisdiction of the California courts, ZAP has announced its intentions to bring the matter to the California Supreme Court for resolution.

"Justice requires that the Company and individuals who set out to interfere with ZAP's business relationships and to disrupt and to steal ZAP's customer base should be held accountable for their actions in California Court," said ZAP CEO Steve Schneider.

Lawyers for ZAP expect the decision by the California Supreme Court within approximately three months.

ZAP began marketing the Smart Car in the United States after Smart USA decided there was no market in the US and closed its operations. Even Smart USA's former president Dave Schembri sent a resume to ZAP after Smart ceased operations, saying he believed there was a market for the car in the US.

About ZAP

ZAP has been a leader in advanced transportation technologies since 1994, delivering over 100,000 vehicles to consumers in more than 75 countries. At the forefront of fuel-efficient transportation with new technologies including energy efficient gas systems, hydrogen, electric, fuel cell, ethanol, hybrid and other innovative power systems, ZAP has a joint venture called Detroit Electric to manufacture electric and hybrid vehicles with Youngman Automotive Group, one of China's leading manufacturers of buses and trucks. Detroit Electric is developing a freeway capable electric vehicle called the ZAP Alias in collaboration with Lotus Engineering. ZAP is also developing a new generation of vehicles using advanced nanotech batteries with Advanced Battery Technologies. The Company recently announced a strategic partnership with Dubai-based Al Yousuf Group to expand its international vehicle distribution. ZAP also makes an innovative, new portable energy technology that manages power for mobile electronics from cell phones to laptops. For product, dealer and investor information, visit http://www.zapworld.com.

Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, continued acceptance of the Company's products, increased levels of competition for the Company, new products and technological changes, the Company's dependence upon third-party suppliers, intellectual property rights, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Contact:ZAPAlex Campbell, 707-525-8658acampbell@zapworld.com

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Akeena Solar Continues to Expand Southern California Footprint Thousand Oaks Site Marks Ninth Office in California

Akeena Solar Continues to Expand Southern California Footprint Thousand Oaks Site Marks Ninth Office in California

LOS GATOS, Calif.--February 25,2008 -Akeena Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKNS), a leading designer and installer of solar power systems, announced it has expanded its operations to the Thousand Oaks market of California. The new location at 780 Lakefield Rd., in Westlake Village, Calif., marks the ninth office Akeena Solar has opened in recent months, a response to the rapidly growing demand for its new, sleek Andalay panels. Akeena Solar maintains a total of 10 offices, with one in New Jersey.

“With the right kinds of programs in place, an estimated 50 percent of all new electricity in the U.S. could be generated by solar power within eight years. Thousand Oaks is yet another area where we look forward to delivering clean, renewable power - and expanding solar’s reach,” said Akeena Solar CEO Barry Cinnamon. “With Akeena’s innovative Andalay technology, we offer unparalleled aesthetics, reliability and performance to the solar savvy residents north of Los Angeles.”

Akeena Solar recently partnered with Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd (STP) to distribute Andalay in Europe, Japan and Australia. With Suntech distributing Andalay overseas, Akeena Solar is concentrating on expanding its U.S. footprint via acquisitions and organic growth.

“As the largest solar power market in the United States, California is a prime target for Akeena Solar’s development,” said Akeena Solar Regional Sales Manager Thomas Ball. “Americans are more concerned about their sources of energy than ever, and Akeena is poised to make solar a reality for homeowners.”

About Akeena Solar, Inc.

Founded in 2001, Akeena Solar’s philosophy is simple: We believe producing clean electricity directly from the sun in the right thing to do for our environment and economy. Akeena Solar has grown to become one of the largest installers of residential and small commercial solar power systems in the United States, serving customers directly in California, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. For more information, visit Akeena Solar’s website at www.akeena.com.

Contacts Akeena Solar, Inc.Barry Cinnamon, President and CEO, 408-402-9400bcinnamon@akeena.netorAntenna Group Public RelationsWhitney Phaneuf, 415-977-19