SLTN Silverton Energy Inc (PK)

Solar Thin Films, Inc. (OTCBB: SLTN), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of manufacturing equipment for the production of "thin-film" amorphous silicon photovoltaic, solar modules, has retained Strategic Growth International, Inc. ("SGI"), to perform certain U.S. and international investor-relations functions to increase awareness of Solar Thin Films in the investment community.

Regarding the announcement, Solar Thin Films Chairman and Chief Financial Officer Robert Rubin, stated, "Given our plans for rapid growth in the coming months, it was important for us to be represented internationally by a major investor relations firm that is well known and respected by investors in leading growth-companies. SGI's expertise will help us to identify institutions internationally that recognize the value of our competitive advantage and the rapid growth opportunities that exist for 'alternative energy' related companies like Solar Thin Films. Leading the account for SGI is Stanley Altschuler, President and co-founder of Strategic Growth International. As we continue to expand our business and achieve our milestones we look forward to sharing our progress with the investment community worldwide."

About Solar Thin Films

Solar Thin Films (www.solarthinfilms.com) develops, manufactures and markets a complete line of manufacturing equipment for the production of "thin-film" amorphous silicon photovoltaic ("PV") modules through its subsidiary based in Budapest, Hungary. The Company sells both individual and "turnkey systems" to customers located in China, Spain and the United States. The Company believes that its line of thin-film photovoltaic manufacturing equipment positions it to take advantage of the rapidly growing demand for solar modules and an expected market shift towards "thin-film" PV modules as part of a cost effective, "clean technology" energy solution.

About Strategic Growth International

Founded in 1989, SGI is headed by Stanley Altschuler and Richard Cooper, two long-time and highly respected Wall Street veterans, who have assembled an experienced team of investment/financial professionals to serve the clients. Since its inception in 1989, Strategic Growth has achieved an unparalleled success for over two hundred clients.

Forward-Looking Safe Harbor Statement

Statements in this news release regarding future financial and operating results, potential applications of the Company's technology, opportunities for the Company, and any other statements about the future expectations, beliefs, goals, plans, or prospects expressed constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact (including statements containing the words "will," "believes," "plans," "anticipates," "expects," "estimates," and similar expressions) should also be considered to be forward-looking statements. There are a number of important factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements including: limited operating history, need for future capital, and economic conditions generally. Additional information on potential factors that could affect results and other risks and uncertainties are detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other forms filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC").

These statements, and other forward-looking statements, are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties.

Investor Relations Contact: Strategic Growth International, Inc.: Stan Altschuler / Richard Cooper Tel: 212-838-1444 saltschuler@sgi-ir.com / rcooper@sgi-ir.com www.sgi-ir.com