Boston, MA— Ze-gen, Inc., a leading developer and integrator of advanced gasification technology to convert waste streams into synthesis gas (syngas), announced today the promotion of David Robertson to Chief Operating Officer and Mark Prendergast to Chief Financial Officer, replacing Neal Isaacson who has served in this role since August 2009.

Mr. Robertson joined Ze-gen in April 2010 to serve as VP of Technology, overseeing Ze-gen’s technology development. Before joining Ze-gen, Mr. Robertson spent 30 years at BP plc., where most recently he was responsible for the development of a portfolio of technologies to create syngas from a range of primary fuels and fuel-related products. In his new role as Chief Operating Officer Mr. Robertson will lead the operations and technology development as Ze-gen seeks to commercialize its technology.

Since February 2009, Mr. Prendergast has served as Vice President, Controller managing Ze-gen’s corporate accounting activities. Mr. Prendergast came to Ze-gen from GSI Group. At GSI, he was responsible for all facets of global financial planning and analysis for the publicly traded, high tech manufacturing organization. Mr. Prendergast will now oversee Ze-gen’s accounting activities as well as leading the company’s strategic financial planning.

“We are thrilled to announce the promotions of these two experienced individuals,” said Walt Howard, Ze-gen’s CEO. “The leadership of David and Mark will be a valuable asset for Ze-gen as we enter the next round of growth with the commercialization of Ze-gen’s gasification technology in the US as well as the numerous international markets where there is a need for renewable power coupled with a new model of solid waste remediation.”

About Ze-gen, Inc.
Ze-gen, Inc. is a renewable energy company that is emerging as a leader in the development of advanced gasification technology for converting solid waste streams into synthesis gas (syngas), a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen gas. Syngas is a platform fuel that can be used in a variety of high-value end-use applications, including: steam production, electricity, industrial hydrogen gas, to form the building blocks for synthetic diesel, synthetic natural gas, methanol, or as a chemical feedstock into a variety of industrial processes. By thoughtfully and efficiently disposing of waste, Ze-gen reduces two problems simultaneously: the landfilling of energy-rich waste materials, and continued reliance on fossil fuels. For more information visit www.ze-gen.com.