New AlternativeEnergy.com Site Offers Social Network, News, Products, Jobs, Videos,...

New AlternativeEnergy.com Site Offers Social Network, News, Products, Jobs, Videos, and More to Encourage People Worldwide to Take Steps toward Energy Independence

NEW YORK--(Business Wire)--AlternativeEnergy.com today announced the launch of its new social
networking site designed for those seeking information, guidance and
the opportunity to interact with others to accelerate the march toward
energy independence.

AlternativeEnergy.com brings together the most compelling
characteristics of the Internet to create a new online community for
the vast majority of people concerned about energy and global warming.

"AlternativeEnergy.com fills a void as it provides a voice to
those eager to solve our dependence on fossil fuels and its economic,
strategic, and environmental consequences," said AlternativeEnergy.com
CEO and founder Douglas Schiller. "Social networking combined with
news and educational features are an ideal way to raise awareness and
motivate people to change their behavior to introduce energy
efficiency into their day-to-day lives."

The site lets users find one another by labeling themselves as
either needing a coach or willing to coach.

"I'm impressed with the direction AlternativeEnergy.com is
taking," said Josh Tickell, founder of Biodiesel America Organization
and producer of Fields of Fuel, a documentary chosen for the 2008
Sundance Film Festival. "I believe their social network strategy of
one-to-one coaching will affect a positive impact in the arena of
alternative energy and the promotion of biodiesel."

The site features its own news, videos and blogs as well as blogs
from selected members who demonstrate an industry commitment. Members
can post videos of their own or their favorites from YouTube and other
sites.

There is also an innovative integrated RSS reader that quickly
provides real time information from dozens of sources.
AlternativeEnergy.com has partnered with leading environmental site
Grist.org to feature exclusive content detailing the presidential
candidates' voting records and energy positions. The site features a
jobs page and energy-related products from leading shopping sites
that, for example, let users quickly get a quote on a hybrid car, a
solar energy system, or a solar iPod charger.

"With business exploding in the renewable energy sector,
AlternativeEnergy.com can play a critical role in creating a network
for industry leaders and helping consumers transition away from fossil
fuel," said Darren Kimura, CEO of Hawaii-based Sopogy, a solar
pioneer.

Schiller added: "AlternativeEnergy.com is seeking to become a top
destination for this vitally important topic."

For AlternativeEnergy.com
Press:
Gail Fitzer, 646-403-4099
press@alternativeenergy.com

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