Las Vegas, NV, June 20, 2011 - Cleantech Transit Inc. ("Cleantech or the Company") (OTC.BB:CLNO) is pleased to announce it has completed an agreement whereby the Company can earn a greater percentage of ownership in the 500 KW bio mass Merced Project than previously announced .

Cleantech can now earn a maximum of 40% of the Merced Project, up from the originally agreed-upon 25% the Company had previously announced. The 40% ownership stake will be based on the total cost incurred in the Project to date.  Additionally, Cleantech can invest in the Series B shares of Phoenix Energy in an amount equal to or greater to the direct investment made in 500 KW project.

Mr. Kenneth Bosket, President and CEO of Cleantech Transit, stated “ we are pleased to have been able to secure an option to increase our percentage in the Merced project and look forward to developing a solid working relationship moving forward.”

About Cleantech Transit Inc.

Cleantech Transit Inc. was founded to capitalize on technology advances and manufacturing opportunities in the growing clean energy public transportation sector. The Company has expanded its focus to invest directly in specific green projects that can maximize shareholder value. Recognizing the many economic and operational advances of converting wood waste into renewable sources of energy has to offer. For more information, visit www.cleantechtransitinc.com.

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Contact:

Cleantech Transit, Inc.

Kenneth Bosket, President & CEO

Office: 702-448-1543

Fax: 702-479-7151