email_body: Ken,  We met when you were up at Sun Microsystems meeting with Scott and several CEOs.
  I talked with you during and after the event.
  I'm still working with the Governor's office to try to put in place a responsible panel for evaluating Calif energy policy.
  Its very frustrating dealing with these guys...with the lone exception of Freeman in the Governor's office who has been the most supportive, reasonable, and responsive of all the folks I've talked with.
  I met with Senators Bingaman and Reid last night and discussed with them accelerating the move from a fossil-fuel economy to a renewable/hydrogen powered economy.
  I, along with many experts in alternative energy, believe the time is now to start the transition.
  Reid has been a long-time hydrogen proponent, and Bingaman was surprised on how economically it can be done to convert.
  In addition, Gephardt is already very supportive of this move, as I'm sure Daschle will be as well (I had dinner with Daschle last night, but we didn't discuss this issue, but I will when I meet with him again in DC next week).
  There's no question that it's the right move for the country.
  But it's the antithesis of the current Bush energy plan.
  Will you join with me in supporting making this happen?
  If so, I will call you to discuss next steps in formulating a responsible energy policy for America.
  P.S.
  You may find the attached letter from NRDC president to Secretary Whitman of interest.
  Steve Kirsch CEO Propel    - WhitmanLetter.5.22.01.doc
  
subject_line: Calif energy panle/ new energy policy for US
  