SEC halts trading in Alternative Energy Technology Center shares until April 15, citing inquiry into Meridian Biorefining statements

The Securities and Exchange Commission suspended trading in the stock of Alternative Energy Technology Center to complete an investigation of statements made in press releases and email regarding the company’s ownership of cellulosic ethanol technology attributed to Meridian Biorefining. The company’s shares are scheduled to resume trading on April 15.

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