Mitsubishi Electric Identifies ARRA-Eligible Products

Broad Array of Environmentally Responsible Technologies May Qualify for Stimulus
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CYPRESS, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
Mitsubishi Electric U.S. Group Holdings has identified its energy, building
services and transportation products and technologies that may qualify for
federal stimulus funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
(ARRA). The products include power generation and transmission; rail
transportation; heating and cooling; elevators and escalators; solar panels;
water treatment; display technologies; and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).

With sales, engineering, and manufacturing locations throughout the United
States, the Mitsubishi Electric U.S. companies are especially well-positioned to
assist with infrastructure modernization projects.

"Substantial funds are being invested in key ARRA projects to modernize federal,
state, and local facilities; create smart grids to efficiently meet growing
energy needs; apply alternative power sources like solar and wind; build
high-speed rail lines; and rebuild water infrastructure systems," said Roger
Barna, chairman of Mitsubishi Electric`s North American Business Development
group. "We`re pleased to offer a range of product solutions that are very
relevant to the goals of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

"We`ve maintained a solid presence in the United States for more than 35 years
and also believe strongly that our U.S. workers, products and technologies are
positioned to make significant contributions toward rebuilding our social
infrastructure and assisting in the transition to a clean energy economy."

Mitsubishi Electric has been a key provider of energy infrastructure to U.S.
electric utilities for decades, and is the preferred provider of thousands of
business and property owners for energy-efficient climate control systems,
elevators and escalators, power supplies and controls. Through a variety of
products, Mitsubishi Electric U.S. contributes to energy efficiency and
long-term cost savings in high-performance green buildings, school and data
center modernizations, education facilities, low-income housing, federal
buildings, and more.

Mitsubishi Electric`s ARRA-eligible offerings include:

* High-efficiency solar panels that use 100% lead-free solder
* Inverter-driven, energy-efficient, split-ductless Mr. Slim, City Multi and
Lossnay heating, cooling and energy recovery ventilation systems
* Non-toxic, chemical-free ozone water treatment systems for industry and
municipalities of all sizes, including packaged, portable systems for smaller
cities
* Redundant uninterruptible power supplies that manage energy usage and ensure
maximum cost-efficiency
* High-voltage electricity transmission and distribution equipment including
power circuit breakers, transformers, gas-insulated substations for cities and
utilities
* Machine-room-less and inverter driven elevators that save space and actually
generate electricity during operation
* Building automation systems that help reduce energy consumption and waste
* Inverter-based rail propulsion, train management and climate control systems
that are already used in U.S. commuter rail cars and high-speed rail networks
worldwide
* Energy-efficient display and projection technologies that deliver stunning
images using comparatively low power and environmentally friendly materials

Mitsubishi Electric`s U.S. companies are members of leading environmental or
quality assurance organizations including the U.S. Green Building Council, AHRI
and ASHRAE, and many of its products have been certified by, or meet the
standards of, EnergyStar, RoHS, LEED, SEER, ISO9001, ISO14001 and QS-9000.

The corporation has also strengthened its commitment to the environment through
its "Environmental Vision 2021 Plan." Vision 2021 offers a framework that
defines long-term initiatives to realize a sustainable society, setting 2021 as
the target year and commemorating Mitsubishi Electric`s 100th anniversary as a
formal entity. Vision 2021 ensures Mitsubishi Electric U.S. will develop
cost-effective and efficient products now and well into the future.

About Mitsubishi Electric US Holdings, Inc.

Mitsubishi Electric US Holdings, Inc. is the umbrella organization for the U.S.
affiliates and subsidiaries of Mitsubishi Electric, and provides them with
business and administrative support. Principal businesses include HVAC products,
elevators and escalators, photovoltaic panels, industrial-use factory automation
devices, digital imaging and security products, high-definition home theater
products, large-scale display systems, opto-electronic and microwave devices,
automotive electrical components, industrial mechatronic devices, and
infrastructure equipment and systems. A technical research facility conducts R &
D in a wide variety of business fields, including imaging, information and
biometrics. For more information visit www.MitsubishiElectric-USA.com.

For more information about Mitsubishi Electric`s ARRA-eligible products and
technologies contact:
Mitsubishi Electric US Holdings, Inc.
Mark Scott, 714-220-6896
mark.scott@meus.mea.com

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