Cleantech Group announces strategic partnership with  YPO-WPO

Two global networks partner in support of Cleantech entrepreneurs

SAN FRANCISCO, April 17, 2008 -- The Cleantech Group™, LLC, founder of the cleantech investment category, announced today its partnership with Young Presidents’ Organization -World Presidents’ Organization (YPO-WPO), the world’s largest leadership network, to support clean technology entrepreneurship around the world. The two organizations will share resources and encourage networking among members to develop a better understanding of the opportunities created by the rapid development and global adoption of clean technologies.

"YPO-WPO has a long history of connecting members to new businesses opportunities with global impact," said Rud Browne of YPO-WPO’s Environment Network, formed by members with a shared interest in clean technology, environmental issues and green-business initiatives. "The Cleantech Group’s influential network and service offerings will add value to YPO-WPO members’ business needs as they become more deeply involved in the growing cleantech space."

The Cleantech Group membership network is comprised of investors, innovative fast-growth companies and corporations, which focus on clean technology globally. YPO-WPO members will gain access to the Cleantech Group’s resources, leading industry events and direct engagement with top tier cleantech industry leaders and influencers. Cleantech Group members will gain access to additional investment resources and ideas sponsored by experienced management talent.

"Since its founding, the Cleantech Group has provided entrepreneurs, technologists and investors with countless opportunities, accelerating cleantech market growth," said Nicholas Parker, co-founder and chairman of the Cleantech Group. "YPO-WPO members are global chief executives with leading business interests spanning the full spectrum of economic sectors, industries and regions; the Cleantech/YPO-WPO alliance confirms and strengthens the emerging significance of the global cleantech industry."

• About YPO-WPO
• YPO-WPO is the world’s premier global leadership network, connecting more than 16,000 business leaders from more than 300 local chapters in 100 countries. The organization provides unprecedented education and networking opportunities for its members throughout every stage of their lives. YPO-WPO offers an expansive array of learning opportunities at the local, regional and international levels. Alliances with leading higher-learning institutions, including Harvard Business School, Stanford Business School and London Business School, provide members access to the world's top business minds, and a variety of events and networks address a full spectrum of personal, business and social enterprise topics. For more information, visit www.ypo.org.
• About Cleantech Group, LLC
• The Cleantech Group, LLC provides insight, opportunities and builds relationships that catalyze and accelerate market adoption and commercialization of clean technologies globally. The Cleantech Group founded the cleantech investment category and through its membership services brings together investors, executives, thought leaders, policy makers, and entrepreneurs to facilitate the growth of cleantech globally. Details at http://www.cleantech.com.
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