ESS EXPO has a rich tradition of showcasing information technologies thatenable EH&S, Crisis Management and IT professionals and executives totransform compliance activities into drivers for competitive advantages byreducing operational complexity, risks and costs.

Next year's event is expected to build on the momentum from ESS EXPO.08,which attracted more than400 executives and professionals from around the world. Attendees came tosee in-depth presentations by renowned experts at leading globalorganizations that use ESS software -- including industry leaders such asAlcoa, Dow, PetroChina, Duke Energy and HD Supply as well as publicagencies ranging from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security andBrookhaven National Laboratory to state and local governments.

In addition, ESS EXPO features informative presentations and technologyexhibits from leading global information technology providers and ESSbusiness partners. Last year's participants included Microsoft, IBM, ERM,OSIsoft, CH2M HILL, Data Systems and Solutions (DS&S), T3/TrinityConsultants, Environmental Data Support Group (EDSG), ChemAdvisor, CitationTechnologies and Cybertéchnica.

At ESS EXPO, attendees learn how their peers are leveragingindustry-leading information management solutions to address urgentbusiness challenges associated with greenhouse gas management, corporateresponsibility reporting, worker health and safety management,environmental compliance, product stewardship, and emergency planning andresponse. It also features hands-on workshops, where attendees canexperience ESS' latest innovative sustainability applications andsolutions, with help from software experts who provide one-on-oneconsultations.

For more information about ESS EXPO.09, visit http://www.ess-expo.com

About ESS

ESS is the leading provider of Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) andCrisis Management sustainability software that supports Governance, Riskand Compliance and operational excellence. The company has provided globaland local software solutions for thousands of businesses, governmentagencies and other organizations worldwide. ESS is headquartered in Tempe,Ariz. with major U.S. offices in Denver, Houston, Washington, D.C.,international offices in Beijing, China, Calgary, Alberta and operations inLondon, England. For more information, visit www.ess-home.com.