CARLSBAD, CA, Oct. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - EcoBlu Products, Inc. announced today that it is preparing to submit its product line for approval by the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act) has provided significant funding to support HUD construction projects throughout the U.S..

Recovery Act funds are earmarked to renovate, repair, upgrade, and build affordable and low income housing. The 2010 HUD funding initiatives include $100 million on energy innovation, and $150 million for sustainable communities. There is emphasis within HUD to support projects that improve energy efficiency and require the use of building materials that are beneficial to the environment and support a healthy indoor living environment.

"EcoBlu products are a perfect fit for HUD projects given the requirements of the department to use environmentally friendly building materials. Our wood products protected by BLUWOOD(TM) technology protect families from mold, rot, decay termites and fire and also eliminate the need to use harmful chemicals to eradicate insects creating a healthier indoor environment - and improving the sustainability of our forests," said Steve Conboy, President and CEO of EcoBlu Products. "Providing our coated wood products to HUD projects represents a tremendous sales opportunity," added Conboy.

Other requirements of HUD include reducing greenhouse gases, preserving our forests, mold prevention, and LEEDs certification.

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About EcoBlu Products, Inc.

EcoBlu Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of proprietary wood products coated with an eco-friendly chemistry that protects against mold, rot, decay, termites and value added fire. EcoBlu products utilizing BLUWOOD(TM) technology is the ultimate in wood protection, preservation, and fire safety to building components constructed of wood; from joists, beams and paneling, to floors and ceilings.

The Company is committed to the development, marketing and sales of environmentally-responsible building materials. EcoBlu products are ready to deliver the winning edge to builders and the environment with its sustainable green product line.

Safe Harbor statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements in this release relating to completion of the acquisition and the positive direction are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Some or all of the results anticipated by these forward-looking statements may not occur. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, contractual difficulties which may arise, the failure to obtain necessary approvals, the future market price EcoBlu Products, Inc. common stock and the ability to obtain the necessary financing.

CONTACT: Company Contact: EcoBlu Products, Inc., 2604-B El Camino Real, Suite 356, Carlsbad, California, 92008, Phone: (909) 519-5470, Email: info@ecobluproducts.com, Web Site: www.ecobluproducts.com, Blog: http://blog.ecobluproducts.com; Visit us on YouTube at: www.youtube.com/ecobluproducts; Investor Relations: PR Financial Marketing, LLC, Jim Blackman, (713) 256-0369, jim@prfmonline.com

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