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Comment by Mark Hedtke on December 2, 2009 at 11:44pm

In fact in order to provide a balanced approach to alternative fuel, check out the home hydrogen refueling unit at http://www.gizmag.com/go/4866/

Comment by Mark Hedtke on December 2, 2009 at 11:40pm

Have you seen what Citroen in France has done with a residential supply CNG unit? This is something that Boone needs to be told about to secure for here in America. Check this out!! http://www.gizmag.com/go/3260/

Comment by Mark Hedtke on December 2, 2009 at 11:21pm

Here is the same information reiterated in a followup email to Geoff, when he asked what release I referred to in my first email:

The release that I refer to is a word attachment, from yourself, in your LTE Example Content.doc Document attachment and specifically in section one. I reasonably can't see anyone actually expressing the following:
"I am all for developing battery and fuel cell technology - or some other technology which is still in the laboratory stage. But neither batteries nor hydrogen are ready for widespread distribution to our national fleet of approximately 250 million cars and light trucks. A battery also won't push an 18-wheeler. The only fuel which is available to reduce our dependence on foreign oil is domestic natural gas."
While it appears that Congress has moved on CNG as being the temporary alternative solution to our nation's current energy situation, what has actually happened is that Congress has managed to avoid the public outcry for an actual long term energy commitment to a multi-faceted energy solution. The comment in the word document that "some other technology which is still in the laboratory stage ... neither batteries nor hydrogen are ready ... The only fuel which is available ... is natural gas", is particularly disingenuious! In fact there already exist completely non-polluting electric powered vehicles, hydrogen powered 18 wheelers, not to mention that natural gas is not the only viable energy source. Most of the highlighted statements are false and misleading and are just like the ones expressed by the oil companies for the past 40 plus years since the first oil embargo of the 70's. So neither the public nor energy savy Pickens Plan members are niave to accept that kind of rhetoric again and this time by an organization purported to be on the public's best interest's side. This kind of statement is not acceptible to alternative energy advocates if the Pickens Plan wants to remain credible! So content and accuracy of suggestions in similiar releases are extremely important that they include everyone, in order to help membership remain active and committed. So my own question is what is the Pickens Plan doing, not to alienate itself from it's own membership considering the fact that it is ignoring every other alternative?

Comment by Mark Hedtke on December 2, 2009 at 10:55pm

This is a concern that I sent via email to Geoff regarding member activity and retention:

Geoff,
Here is my question/statement for the conference call scheduled with Boone on Thursday. After reading your Letter suggestions, I can't agree less about your representations about technologies still being in the laboratory stages. Every day there are improvements that manufacturers are releasing in the form of electric vehicles, hydrogen hybrids, and even your reference to "18 wheelers". If the Pickens Plan is expecting to get the support of a majority of Pickens Plan members, much the less the rest of the general public, leaders really need to make acurate statements concerning these and other alternative energy sources. By trying to minimize these alternative viable alternatives to a public that actually is more intelligent than what leaders seem to give them credit for, will be the downfall of the Pickens Plan if this path is continued to be pursued. The very idea that gasoline or diesel will suddenly no longer be the defacto standard is niave and foolish. Additionally, it is similarly foolish to place all of anyone's eggs into one non-renewable basket. Obviously, not everyone will convert to CNG, nor should the CNG industry expect to actually see an infrastructure development of anything even approaching a 10% of the market. Thus, it is in everyone's best interests to help people see that CNG actually will only be a intermediate step in alternative energy development. The best case scenario for those who support the CNG development will be to promote the coexistence and ongoing support of these competing alternative energy vehicles as solutions. I am a realist when it comes to dealing with the public, as should the Pickens Plan become in order to continue to be heralded as an innovator or energy leader. Please remember, people joined the Pickens Plan in order to see to not just the elimination of our foreign energy dependency, but also to see America's energy independence from keeping us all as "energy prisoners"! How will the Pickens Plan keep it's members active if only a single aspect of an alternative energy is promoted?

Comment by Mark Hedtke on November 5, 2009 at 4:53pm

Looks like there is some alternative energy power - the world's first heavy duty hydrogen powered heavy truck in the news in California - an article that is an interesting read at this site: http://www.gizmag.com/zero-emission-tyrano-truck/13218/ Here is an already viable alternative fuel vehicle that looks like a great addition to the self proclaimed non renewable resources groups.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 23, 2009 at 10:17am

Here is an email I sent to Suzanne Kosmos via her Congressional
Contact Form
The following information has been submitted:

Name: Mr/ Mark Hedtke
Address:1612 Red Clover Ct
Orlando, FL 32825 8815
E-mail: solar1reseatch@gmail.com
Telephone: 4072081706 (Day)

Message Subject: Please Support FARE
Message Text: Your kind consideration of the FARE organization by reading their news release at their website is appreciated: http://www.FAREnergy.org FARE does not support the coupling of future revenues from coastal oil exploration as a viable long term funding source for the creation of renewable energy incentives. Further, FARE believes that any funding which will encourage greater customer usage of renewable energy should be a production-based incentive. Therefore, FARE does not support the recent decision made by the Florida Solar Energy Industry Association (FlaSeia), to utilize revenues from the exploration for oil along Florida's coastline as a means to fund renewable energy expansion. FARE also does not support FlaSeia's decision to seek only a continuation of Florida's Solar Installation Rebate Program during the upcoming 2010 Legislative Session, rather than a broader agenda which incorporates a long term dedicated funding source, specifically, a production-based incentive policy. FARE calls into question the lack of foresight on the part of FlaSeia to endorse oil exploration legislation sight unseen and strongly urges FlaSeia to reverse their endorsement of any proposed legislation until such time that an actual Bill is introduced and the entire renewable energy industry has the proper opportunity to act as one unified voice. FARE is a leading advocacy organization for Renewable Energy policies in Florida. FARE is comprised of businesses, associations, manufacturers, organizations and individuals in the solar, agricultural and renewable energy industry. Appreciating your support, Mark Hedtke Pickens Plan 24th Congressional District Leader

This basically ensures that alternative energy, whether it is Wind, Solar, CNG, whatever, it must stand on it's own and not linked to Oil or any other non-renewable continued development. As we move from promoting these alternatives to their becoming the primary energy sources, then those who dream of what it should be, can help everyone discover how they too can be freed from continuing to be held "energy prisoners" like we are in the present.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 14, 2009 at 7:49am

I just learned yesterday of a change of to the Pickens Organization. Here is an update:
Geoff Bailey one of the new Regional Leaders for the Pickens Plan. He is taking over for Mike Pickens and will sending out weekly updates to the group.
He xan be reached at:

Geoff Bailey
Geoffrey@pickensplan.com
http://push.pickensplan.com/profile/GeoffBailey
(214) 601-6261

I sent him the following email:

Geoff,

Welcome to the Team and best wishes. We really hope that everything is good with Mike, as we know how involved he has been working along side T. Boone. We have high expectations in moving America from over 40 years of being held "Energy Prisoners" by both utilities and the oil barons, to where alternative energy should become our primary source of energy with non-renewable energy only used to supplement our needs. FYI here is a link of some research I have reported at http://www.topix.com/city/orlando-fl/2009/10/hidden-oil-secrets-old-news-you-might-not-know that should raise some eyebrows with respect to America's own so called oil dependency.

Look forward to working with you!

Mark Hedtke
hedtke1@gmail.com
http://push.pickensplan.com/profile/MarkHedtke
(407) 208-1560

Comment by Jeff Greene on October 13, 2009 at 4:07pm

Dear Fellow Pickens Plan members:

I have been impressed with your level of response as well as your passion relating to the recent message about environmental groups and their opposition to oil and gas exploration. In fairness to all sides; I believe it is important to add some further perspective on this issue. After checking with House and Senate Sponsors and the focus of future legislation as well as advocacy groups on this issue, I have been told the following considerations are being made right now:

1. Drilling will be banned in the traditional 3 mile state waters around Florida. The New “open area” will be the 3-9 nautical mile area that is traditionally federal waters but Florida and Texas own due to historical reasons.
2. The proposal does NOT allow drilling. It merely lifts the ban and requires the Governor and Cabinet to receive proposals for leases and then permits. There is no requirement to drill and if the Trustees determine drilling is not economically viable or environmentally safe, they would reject the proposals. (and keep the $5M application fee).
3. No permanently equipment visible from shore will be allowed. Temporary rigs may be used between 3 and 9 miles, but cannot be in place for more than 6 months.
4. Many coastal areas of military and environmental concern would be off limits.
5. The state of Florida will receive MINIMALLY 20.5% of all revenue received from the sale of oil and gas – The state is effectively a 20.5% revenue share partner in the agreement – and potentially more depending upon the bids of the participants.
6. Funding received from the proposal will be spent on the following areas: Future and alternative fuel developments (Including specifically infrastructure and end-user grants for CNG Vehicles), environmental restoration and enhancement projects, local governments, education, economic development and promotion for arts and tourism.
7. In order to ensure the best companies and best trained employees are involved; a $5M non refundable application fee would be required as well as a $500 Million bond prior to any drilling activity by each entity engaged in the process. An apprentice type training program will also be required as well as the best materials and pipes to ensure accident free drilling activity. Florida will have the world’s highest standards for drilling if it is allowed here.
8. I have also been told that revenue could become available immediately from application fees, advanced royalty fees and advanced payments. AND that oil and gas revenue would flow in 12-18 months after a permit is issued. So the funding is not a – “years out” issue – it is short term available.

Many of you may wish to oppose this plan, but let me respectfully remind you that the Pickens Plan is about many things, but it is Certainly about using American made fuels (some renewable, some fossil) to power our cars and homes. CNG is a huge part of our plan and massive amounts of natural gas lie in the Gulf’s eastern planning region and Florida waters. To suggest we don’t need to enhance our supply of American fuels seems inconsistent with our mission and that is the basis of support for this proposal. Secondly, the fact that it can be done – and will ONLY Be done with massive environmental protections, huge financial protection measures and with the best trained labor available makes it more appealing. And lastly, yes, the money matters too. Florida is in Deep, Deep financial peril. After cuts of nearly $7B in the past two years, our leaders tell us we will face another $7B in cuts over the next two years. Tax increases in a recession make no sense, so a wealth event like oil and gas exploration may be our only way out as a state. AND, that the legislative leaders want to expand and fund CNG infrastructure as well as deployment of vehicle filling equipment only adds to the allure of this proposal for Pickens Plan supporters.

Please visit www.EnergyFLA.com to join the move in Florida to enhance our supply of American fuels.

I hope you will join me in supporting this effort – and ensuring that the legislature knows the Pickens Plan is behind it – and fully expects CNG to benefit in the years ahead to help eliminate the balance of trade deficit americ now has with its energy needs.

Comment by Jeff Greene on October 13, 2009 at 4:07pm

I got it Mark, it was in my weekly report to Mike Pickens, I have been so busy I haven't had time to sleep but I appreciate your help.

Comment by Mark Hedtke on October 12, 2009 at 5:50pm

I sent this email yo Jeff 3 days ago:
Jeff,
Yesterday I managed to get through to Susanne Kosmas' office and spoke at length with one of her aides concerning soliciting her support for the Pickens Plan. The gentleman I spoke with kindly extended the offer for members to call anytime to help keep them informed concerning pressing issues. He expressed her interest and support to help bring Florida into a leadership role in alternative energy issues and her deep interest in job development using that venue. So perhaps, although he did mention how busy she is, he did say that she holds beliefs similar to ours.
Mark

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