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Press Release
September 16, 2008

Methes Energies International Ltd. Appoints New Board of Directors Member

New York, September 16, 2008 – Methes Energies International Ltd. announced today the appointment of Mr. Kebir Ratnani to its Board of Directors.

Mr. Ratnani is a recognized veteran, bringing more than 30 years of chemical, petrochemical and environmental experience to Methes Energies. Mr. Ratnani has worked with several well-known companies including Gulf Oil Canada, Canadian International Paper Company, Gaz Metropolitain, Hydro-Quebec International and is currently working with SNC-Lavalin as Senior Vice President of Africa and the Middle East.

At the international level, he concluded numerous cooperation agreements with several governments, namely Algeria, Cameroon, Gabon, Kenya, Tunisia, Senegal, Libya, Gambia, UAE, Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam as well as Denmark, France, Spain, Slovakia, Germany, Hungary and Russia. He also negotiated project financing with organizations, such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and CIDA.

“The addition of Mr. Ratnani to Methes’ Board of Directors ensures that the company will continue to benefit from a diversity of knowledge and experience. Kebir is the perfect Director because of his strong leadership skills, extensive management experience, and proven track records in the energy sector - especially in creating results for large multinational companies all over the world", said Michel G. Laporte, President of Methes Energies International Ltd.

Mr. Ratnani’s proficiency in his fields of expertise led him to develop 13 inventions for which he now owns patents; all related to natural gas, petrochemical and environmental technologies. Mr. Ratnani earned a B.Sc. A. and a B. Sc. A. in Chemical Engineering from Laval University in Quebec, Canada and a Diploma in Management & Marketing from the Institute of Gas Technology in Chicago, USA.

A summarized Career Profile for Mr. Kebir Ratnani can be found on Methes’ website at:
http://www.methes.com/Profiles/kebirratnani.html

About Methes Energies International Ltd. (“Methes International”)

Through its two wholly-owned subsidiaries - Methes Energies Canada Inc. and Methes Energies USA Ltd. - Methes Energies International Ltd. stands as a leader in the biodiesel arena with its innovative and efficient processes that are delivered to its clientele in easy turn-key solutions. These biodiesel solutions are designed for heavy users of biodiesel and diesel fuels, traditional diesel and biodiesel fuel distributors, large scale biodiesel producers, as well as entrepreneurs seeking the independence of producing their own fuel.

In 2007, Methes Energy Inc. introduced the Denami 600. This state-of-the-art design is the industry’s first compact, fully automated continuous flow biodiesel processor that offers the flexibility of using a wide variety of feedstock options. We believe that the Denami 600 positions itself as the most reliable and cost effective method of producing quality top grade B100 biodiesel fuel, which meets or exceeds current ASTM standards. The Denami 600 can produce a total of 1.3 million gallons (5 million liters) per year. Additionally, the Denami 600 is one of the only commercially available fully automated compact units on the market today. Finally, Methes Energies provides its customers with an efficiency of scale, reliability and independence from the traditional petroleum business sector. More information can be found at www.methes.com.

Forward-looking Statements: This news release contains forward-looking statements related to the future financial condition and results of operations of Methes. These statements are based on current expectations and estimates about the biodiesel markets and industry in which Methes operates and management's beliefs and assumptions regarding these markets. These statements are subject to important risks and uncertainties which are difficult to predict and assumptions which may prove to be inaccurate. Some of the factors which could cause results or events to differ materially from current expectations include but are not limited to: general economic conditions, market or business conditions; changing competitive environment; changing regulatory conditions or requirements; changing technology; and success in implementing productivity initiatives. Some of these factors are largely beyond the control of Methes. Should any factor impact Methes in an unexpected manner, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, the actual results or events may differ materially from the results or events predicted. All of the forward-looking statements made in this document are qualified by these cautionary statements, and there can be no assurance that the results or developments anticipated by Methes will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences for Methes. Readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Further, Methes disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or any other occurrence.