Press Release
September 29, 2009

Natural Resources Canada: Government of Canada
Invests in Mississauga Biofuels

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO- A Mississauga biofuels plant will receive financial support for biodiesel production, thanks to an investment by the Government of Canada. The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources, announced today that the Methes Energies' biodiesel plant will receive up to $5.4 million through the ecoENERGY for Biofuels program. This investment will help strengthen the Canadian renewable fuel industry, support job creation and help to stimulate the local economy.

"Our Government is delivering results for families and workers in Mississauga by encouraging clean energy development," said Minister Raitt. "By investing in this project, we are helping to create and sustain local jobs and economic opportunities now, when they're needed the most."

Compared to diesel, biodiesel can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by up to 60 percent on a life-cycle basis. For gasoline, the emissions reduction for grain-based ethanol can be as much as 40 percent.

"Methes Energies is excited to be taking part in building a new Canadian industry," said John Loewen, President of Methes Energies. "This investment from the Government of Canada will create new sustainable opportunities for the local economy and helps us as Canadians to be leaders in a solution to a global concern."

The Government of Canada will invest up to $1.5 billion over nine years through the ecoENERGY for Biofuels program. The Government of Canada's Economic Action Plan also dedicates $1 billion to the Clean Energy Fund and $1 billion for the Green Infrastructure Fund to provide additional economic stimulus while promoting a cleaner, more sustainable energy future for Canadians.

Renewable energy sources are increasingly becoming part of Canada's energy mix. To build on this momentum, Minister Raitt is hosting three roundtables - with the provinces and territories, industry, researchers and the financial community - to discuss strategies for securing a strong energy economy in the long term.

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.