Carmanah Signs Agreement With frog design To Introduce New Solar-LED Area Lighting

Carmanah Technologies Corporation (Carmanah) has signed an agreement with frog design inc. (frog design) to introduce the new solar- light emitting diode (LED) area lighting. Intended for streets, parking lots, pathways and more, the new solar-LED light is scheduled for a global product launch in 2010. For this new product, the company is committed to introducing a new design that incorporates the benefits of photovoltaic, LED and lighting technology.

Exploring the possibilities for the next generation of solar powered lighting is an exciting design challenge, noted Doreen Lorenzo, president of frog design. Alternative energy solutions are a big part of the future of the field of innovation. We're excited to be partnering with industry leaders like Carmanah.

Carmanah's solar-powered street, parking lot and pathway lights help businesses and communities introduce outdoor area lighting wherever it's needed, without trenching, cabling, grid access, or a monthly utility bill. With more than a quarter of a million units deployed, Carmanah products are used and recognized around the world for durability, performance and dependability - operating safely and reliably in challenging environments.

With solar energy more attractive than ever, I believe our technology is fast approaching the tipping point between industry innovation and widespread acceptance, said Ted Lattimore, Carmanah chief executive officer. Thanks to the amazing capabilities of today?s solar-LED technology, solar-LED lighting can offer convenience without compromise - as an affordable, high-performance alternative to traditional wired systems. Today's high-output LEDs produce more light for less power, so batteries, panels and support structures can be smaller and lighter than ever before, said Lattimore. That's why we're so excited to work with the creative professionals at frog design; together we can deliver a powerful new lighting alternative that's high performance, low maintenance, and great looking - day or night.

frog design is a US-based consulting firm.

Carmanah is a Canada-based provider of LED lighting and solar power systems.