Fuel Tech (FTEK) 8-K Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

Exhibit 16

15 July 2010	Audit• Tax• Advisory
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Re: Fuel Tech, Inc.
File No. 001-33059

Dear Sir or Madam:

We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K of Fuel Tech, Inc. dated July 15, 2010; and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein.

Very truly yours,

GRANT THORNTON LLP

Grant Thornton LLP

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