VLNC Valence Technology, Inc. (MM)

Valence Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:VLNC), a leading U.S.-based developer and manufacturer of advanced energy storage solutions, announced today details of its management team's scheduled presentation at an upcoming investor conference.

Valence's management will be presenting at the:

• 24th Annual Roth Conference, Dana Point, CA — March 13, 2012 at 5:30 PM (Pacific)

Robert L. Kanode, president and CEO of Valence Technology, will address an audience of investors and industry executives. In addition, Valence's presentation will be available via audio webcast which can be accessed by visiting the Company's website at www.valence.com and clicking on Investor Relations / Events and Presentations. A webcast replay will be available on Valence's website through April 13, 2012.

About Valence Technology, Inc.

Valence Technology is a global leader in the development and manufacture of safe, long-life lithium iron magnesium phosphate advanced energy storage solutions and integrated command and control logic. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Valence enables and powers some of the world's most innovative and environmentally friendly applications, ranging from commercial electric vehicles to industrial and marine equipment. Valence Technology today offers a proven technology and manufacturing infrastructure that delivers ISO-certified products and processes that are protected by an extensive global patent portfolio. In addition to the corporate headquarters in Texas, Valence Technology has its Research & Development Center in Nevada, its Europe/Asia Pacific Sales office in Northern Ireland, manufacturing facilities in China, and global fulfillment centers in North America and Europe. Valence Technology is traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker symbol "VLNC." For more information, visit www.valence.com.

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CONTACT: IR Contact:
         Bob Gray
         Valence Technology, Inc.
         512.527.2921
         investor@valence.com
         
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         The Blueshirt Group
         415.828.8298
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