FINANCE THE PLAN (THE 20% GROUP)

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Comment by Donald E. Vandergriff (US Army retired) on July 18, 2008 at 1:22pm

This is the devil in the details missing from the proposal I made a few days ago, "Vesting the masses in Pickens Plan."

Good work, let us know when we can invest.

Do

Comment by Richard Bradford on July 17, 2008 at 12:17pm

Please submit projections to this page.

Comment by Richard Bradford on July 17, 2008 at 2:51am

Hi Guy,

I'm getting new information from advisors each day. Our first task is to appoint a trustee and then identify the challenges that lie ahead. Keep in mind that plan details can change in the future.

Nevertheless, I will try to answer your questions as best I can. The fund will be more directly dispursed for the construction of wind farms, and then sell energy on the grid. We are up against some heavy hitters in this area, none of whom will want to loose market share. Displacement however is compatible with our plan.

Generally speaking, we are looking to give the stake holders the ability to offer organizations not unlike your own the "cheapest" money without leaving investors lacking of ownership.

I am currently looking at a report that proposes alternative use of the natural gas facilities. One of the concepts on the table is to retool plants currently generating power with natural gas using a retrofit strategy to swap componets of that system with those required for a hydrogen burning system that can help offer consistant power supplies when the wind dies down. That would prevent the need for nuclear plants to spike production during down times. This also limits the work and aggravation of grid managers tasked with the job of maintaining a consistant supply of energy to a variable demand using variable supply sources.

That said, the concept of using hydrogen for power generation on this scale could be classified as proving equipment for government grants. We want to look long term and short term so we dont end up in a crisis of self competition. We all win if we think of all the players.

We will be selecting an area to construct a small scale model which is currently being discussed. I would like to know more about your company and evaluate the best place and tasks that your organization can help with. Please post your company details to Phase Two.

Kind Regards,

Richard Bradford

Comment by Richard Bradford on July 16, 2008 at 12:21am

Hi Jason,

My Feeling is that in order to make money in wind, we have to own the land lease rights. These are the long term revenue sources. Sure the maintenance and construction teams will earn a buck but those dividand sources are not as secure as the perpetual land lease rights.

If you work out the right contract and get both land lease rights in addition to the right to use the surpluss energy for something like lets say hydrogen plants, then you have a synergy that would be hard to beat. You get to earn money doing nothing with the real reward being the right to sell HHO gas.

Comment by Jason W. Hill on July 16, 2008 at 12:06am

Richard,

I just watched "Mad Money" on CNBC and it was all about wind energy. Unfortunately, it seems there are not any pure plays on Wind, just companies with exposure. Cramer has developed his own index of Wind exposed companies – his “Wind-ex” as he calls it. I have posted a link to a summary of the show. There is a list of the 10 companies in his index. I think that would be a good place to start.

http://www.thestreet.com/s/cramers-mad-money-recap-wind-powers-big-day/funds/madmoneywrap/10426551.html?puc=_htmlbooyah


regards
Jason

Comment by JD Polk on July 15, 2008 at 10:48pm

State of Ga has authorized 5 million shares of stock
one million will be offered for sale in the PPM @ $25 per
min 2000 shares

Comment by JD Polk on July 15, 2008 at 10:45pm

Alternative Resource Electric Corp inc a Ga corp. was a S corp.
founded 1999 then touting Solar, Wind and Hydrokinetic Energy
on one platform offshore or on dock's on tidal-creeks...
then earlier this year I changed the name and the status
new name Advanced Technology Industries inc and is a C corp.
this is because we are now not just energy but a home builder
and remodular of foreclosed homes.
"Building the sustainable renewable Communities of Tomorrow"

Comment by Richard Bradford on July 15, 2008 at 8:54pm

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I want to report a decision I made on behalf of the group. After receiving Ryan's comments, I felt it wise to invite Mr. Pickens to have first dibs on becoming the Trustee of the fund. Please understand that this is a monumental responsibility and one I would be supprised to know he would accept. However; in effort to absolve myself of any potential fubars; I deem it appropriate and prudent to advance the fund by eleminating misperceptions about its conception. For your reading pleassure.

At 8:26pm on July 15th, 2008, Richard Bradford said…
Good Evening Mr. Pickens,

I would send an invite to "add as friend" to the finance site but I noticed you didn't have any frineds on your PickensPlan "my page." I assume that is a design decision and therefore will not clog up your box with any additional and uncessary requests. This message of support, however, is necessary and does require your careful review and consideration.

My name is Richard Bradford and I am working on creating a leadership network of individuals who will serve as directors on the board of a corporate stock fund intended to invest solely in your plan. Our goal is to get you 20% of the way there in less than 24 months; and we are committed 200%.

The fund will most likely be registered in Delaware and we invite you to spend some time to consider acting as its trustee. We will understand your not wanting to be directly involved in the financing but it looks like your pretty invested already. Notwithstanding the above; it seems logical to have T. Boone Pickens as the trustee of the fund solely created as a result of his efforts and his motivation.

This will also absolve group individuals of the responsibilty of having to answer to you at a later date should the trustee that the board chooses fall short of his or her duties. Nevertheless, we are behind you and want to establish a butress of financial support that will be at your disposal; insomuchas it advances the nation's common dream of energy independence. Regardless of your decision; you may rest easy knowing we will diligently work towards all practical objectives to secure your goal.

We have no agenda other than that which is already stated and want you to know of our group (A.K.A. The 20% Group ) at its onset should you choose to be actively involved in the appointment of contracts or distribution of investment assets under the group's supervision.

The basic breakdown in thought is to create a green energy stock fund that invests solely in Pickens Plan contractors, land lease, and even electrolysis plants that utilize the excess energy on the grid to create hydrogen gas for eventual distribution to the transport sector that further reduces reliance on foreign oil.

We would love to hear your thoughts and Ideas on the formation of the fund. I just received an email while writing this message and it looks like the fund will incorporate in Delaware.

Comment by Richard Bradford on July 15, 2008 at 9:55am

Greetings Ryan,

No offense taken. Lets clear up the question of my relationship with the fund as it is one I am sure many others also have.

I am contributing to the initial expenses of setting up the fund. That said, I do not think I am the best person to make all the decisions and do not purport to be. I am motivated by the Pickens Plan and have no agenda other than raising money that will support the plan.

In that context, I am qualified but expect this will be a joint effort that will involve people with diverse back grounds who want to come together and do more than talk abut the problems. We have a leader and his name is T. Boone Pickens.

Organization structure is our first priority. I'd like to refer to the team as the 20% group as this is our objective (raise 20% of the total cost of the plan). So if your qulified and interested in helping, I invite you take a leadership role and consider serving on the Board of Directors so we can move forward with the important work that lies ahead.

Kind Regards,

Richard Bradford
Davie, Florida

We may not all have money to invest but for those who do, I dont want them to be discouraged by the lack of a vehicle. For those without money but who have experience, we'd like your help in the research, planning, and decision making. Regardless of who you are, if you want to help, we will use you.

Comment by Sarah Anderson on July 15, 2008 at 7:33am

Thankyou for your reply Richard =0)

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