Energy Conversion Devices 8-K Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

July 10, 2012
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Office of the Chief Accountant
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Re: Energy Conversion Devices, Inc.

File No. 001-08403

Dear Sir or Madam:

We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K of Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. dated July 10, 2012, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein.

Very truly yours,

Grant Thornton LLP

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