Ecosphere Technologies, Inc. appointed John Brewster as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Brewster succeeds Charles Vinick, who will remain on the Board of Directors. Until August 2012, Mr. Brewster was President and CEO of NAES Corporation.

Charles Vinick will continue to serve on the Board of Directors. During Mr. Brewster's transition to CEO, Ms. Barbara Carabetta will remain interim Chief Financial Officer.