ALLENTOWN, Pa., Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Andrew Stein, Chairman of the Sustainable Energy Fund's Board of Directors announced the appointment of Robert S. Thomson, Regional Manager, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania to the Sustainable Energy Fund board of directors.

Mr. Thomson brings over 26 years of experience with Ben Franklin Technology Partners where he helped develop early-stage, technology-oriented companies through management of technology incubator operation and investment of funds from Pennsylvania's Ben Franklin Challenge Grant and Alternative Energy Development Programs. He holds a Masters of Business Administration degree from Lehigh University, a Master's of Science degree in Mineral Processing from Pennsylvania State University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Pennsylvania.

"We are incredibly impressed by Bob's significant experience and expertise in the Alternative Energy arena," said Stein. "The sustainable energy landscape continues to become more and more complex, so the valuable guidance and support which Bob will provide is invaluable to the Sustainable Energy Fund," he added.

Sustainable Energy Fund is a non-profit organization that assists energy users in overcoming educational, financial and regulatory barriers to a sustainable energy future. This a future in which energy is harvested, converted, distributed and utilized in a manner that allows all meet their energy needs without compromising the ability of their children and grandchildren to meet their needs. Sustainable Energy Fund provides a variety of services including specialized energy efficiency and renewable energy loans and leases, energy education for energy users, industry professionals, educators, and future leaders.

SOURCE Sustainable Energy Fund

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