Week of Jan 7, 2002
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Green Power

DOE to Double Purchases from Wind Projects
The Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced that the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) will purchase approximately 90 megawatts (MW) of wind-generated power from the Stateline Wind Project in Walla Walla, WA. The agency said the purchase will double the amount of wind energy BPA buys each year. Currently, BPA receives about 34 MW of wind power from the Foote Creek wind project in Wyoming. Additionally, the utility recently committed to purchasing 50 MW from a wind energy facility in Oregon. "BPA is excited to bring wind generated energy to its customers," said BPA acting administrator Steve Wright. "Wind projects are becoming increasingly cost competitive. The acquisition of these projects will allow us to better understand the real costs of wind integrated with our hydro system." BPA controls about 75 percent of the electric transmission capacity in the Pacific Northwest. The new wind power purchase from Stateline will provide enough power for about 18,000 residences. "BPA's latest commitment to purchase wind power helps ensure that we are diversifying our energy portfolio," said DOE Secretary Spencer Abraham. "Energy diversity is important for America's energy security." Abraham noted that BPA is currently negotiating for more than 800 additional MW of wind power. Contact: Jill Schroeder, DOE, phone 202-586-4940. Source: DOE Release 12/13/2001.

NativeEnergy Packages Green Tags for Holiday Shoppers
NativeEnergy, of North Ferrisburgh, Vt., is offering a wind-based "green tags" package as one of several "earth-friendly" holiday gift ideas being promoted by socially conscious yogurt vendor Stonyfield Farm. Called a "WindBuilders" membership, the package is designed to cut an average household's one-year CO2 emissions to zero. The memberships are available for $120 (or $11 per month for 12 months) on line at http://www.nativeenergy.com . NativeEnergy uses revenues from sales of WindBuilders memberships to help finance the construction of new wind farms. In return, NativeEnergy receives the green tags, which represent all of the environmental attributes--including the CO2 emissions reductions--to be generated over the wind farmsí lifetime.  On behalf of its WindBuilders members, NativeEnergy donates the tags to Clean Air--Cool Planet, a non-profit organization focused on greenhouse gas reductions. "The holidays are a time for gift giving, but also a time to celebrate hope for the future," said Gary Hirshberg, president & CEO of Stonyfield Farm. "By purchasing WindBuilders and other earth-friendly gifts this holiday season, we hope consumers begin to look to Stonyfield.com as a resource for using purchasing dollars that vote for the planet too." More information is available at http://www.nativeenergy.com  or by phoning (802) 877-6826. Stonyfield Farm is the nation's fastest-growing producer of all-natural and certified organic yogurt and ice cream. Source: Windletter 12/17/01.

LADWP Wins International Recognition for Renewable Program
Recently the Financial Times bestowed LADWP with the prestigious Renewable Company of the Year Award at the Global Energy Award program event in New York City. The judges said that the utility's..."initiatives such as its solar rebates, promote renewables strongly...Through all its programs it is saving energy, generating new renewable energy, increasing local generation of power and overall system reliability, reducing pollution and educating the community, all of which represent a permanent investment in sustainability." In recent weeks LADWP has received recognition for its environmental programs from a number of national and local organizations including:

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power serves more than 3.8 million people in Los Angeles and was established almost 100 years ago to provide reliable water and electric needs to the city's businesses and residents. The Solar program is part of LADWP's Green LA initiatives that include Green Power, Energy Efficiency, Water Conservation, Electric Transportation, Cool Schools, New Technologies and Recycling efforts. Further information about the Solar and other Green LA programs can be obtained by calling 1-800 GreenLA or clicking onto http://www.GreenLA.com. Source: LADWP Release 12/13/2001.

Clark PUD Approves Green Option
Clark Public Utilities, a public utility district that provides electric service to more than 155,000 customers throughout Clark County, received approval from its board to offer a green power option beginning in January. Through the utility's Green Lights program, customers can buy 100­kWh blocks of green power for an additional $1.50 each month, or 1.5¢/kWh. There is no limit to the number of blocks that can be purchased nor minimum participation term. The utility is negotiating with the Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) to purchase power from new wind and solar projects in the region to supply the program. BEF will also help market the power and has promised to invest in local renewable energy projects in the community. For more information, see: http://www.eren.doe.gov/greenpower/clark_1201.shtml. Source: Green Power Marketing Monthly Update - December 2001


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Renewable Energy Technologies

ChevronTexaco, ECD Join on Solar Materials
ChevronTexaco recently announced that its energy services subsidiary Chevron Energy Solutions (CES) will collaborate with Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. on an effort to expand the commercial applications for solar electric roofing materials. CES and ECD will work with Bekaert ECD Solar Systems, a joint venture between N.V. Bekaert SA and United Solar Systems Corporation (USS), and ChevronTexaco Ovonic Battery Systems on commercial sales projects intended to cost-effectively integrate energy solutions that incorporate solar roofing technologies. "This collaboration is a prime example of ChevronTexaco's commitment to develop clean, efficient environmentally benign energy sources," said CES president Jim Davis. "In the coming decade, we expect that solar energy and hydrogen -- both abundant in nature -- will play a more significant role in the world economy. The projects we undertake with ECD are a major step toward that future." Bekaert ECD Solar Systems, CES and ECD will concentrate on projects that feature building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) roofing systems for commercial and industrial customers. ChevronTexaco said Ovonic's BIPV systems produce electricity using "a unique flexible and durable thin-film technology that is manufactured and installed as a building-integrated roofing material." USS and Bekaert ECD Solar Systems manufacture, assemble and sell BIPV systems under the Uni-Solar brand.  "ChevronTexaco has superb talent, excellent resources and a strong reputation in the market -- qualities that will help us move these technologies forward as a complete system," said ECD president and CEO Stanford Ovshinsky. "We're very optimistic about the future of this collaboration." Contact: Diane Sable, CES, phone 415-733-4629; Ghazaleh Koefod, ECD, phone 248-293-0440.  Source: EIN Renewable Energy Today 1/2/2002 via CheveronTexico Release 12/20/2001.

Canadian Hydro Supports Renewables Initiatives
Canadian Hydro Developers, Inc. recently announced its support for renewable energy initiatives in the Canadian government's newly unveiled federal budget. The government said that in order to promote the adoption of renewable energy in Canada, it has proposed a new production incentive for qualifying wind energy projects and an expanded definition for small hydroelectric projects in Canada. The company said that the reclassification of hydro projects will aid in the accelerated depreciation of water power projects for tax purposes. In addition, the new incentives are expected to result in the construction of a significant amount of new renewable power projects. The government said that the new wind incentive payment will be introduced for eligible wind projects commissioned after March 31, 2002, and before April 1, 2007. The initial incentive payment of $12 Canadian ($7.64 U.S.) per megawatt hour (MWh) will gradually decline to $8 Canadian (about $5 U.S.) per MWh and will be available for the first 10 years of production. The company said such government incentives are expected to positively impact future wind projects, triggering an increase in revenues of about $1 million Canadian (about $637,000 U.S.) during the first year that the incentives are offered.  "We are excited the federal government has recognized the concerns expressed by the Low Impact Renewable Energy Coalition (LIREC) and other groups in a tangible way," said Canadian Hydro CEO John Keating. "Canadian Hydro is a founding member of LIREC. The federal government's new initiatives will contribute significantly towards encouraging renewable energy and reducing Canada's greenhouse gas emissions, resulting in new economic benefit for Canada." Contact: John Keating, Canadian Hydro, phone 403-298-0251, e-mail john@canhydro.com. Source: EIN Renewable Energy Today 12/14/2001 via Canadian Hydro Release 12/11/2001.

RES Inc., Awarded Nine Canyon Wind Project
RES Inc., has been awarded the contract to build the Nine Canyon Wind Project, a 48-megawatt (MW) wind plant in south-central Washington state, which will be the largest U.S. wind project that is owned by public utilities. Energy Northwest, a public power agency made up of 16 public utilities in Washington, recently completed a $70.675 million bond sale to finance the project. The project will host 37 wind turbines with an anticipated federal rebate of 1.5 cents per kilowatt-hour (for a kilowatt-hour cost of 3.5 cents). Nine of the Energy Northwest member utilities will buy the power from the project. Source: Curtis Framel E-mail 12/13/2001 via Watt's in the News 12/3/2001.

Our View : Wind-Power Plan a Bright Possibility
Environmentally conscious consumers should be pleased with Avista Utilities' plans to offer wind power. Early in 2002, electricity customers may purchase this clean, "green" option for $1 more per 55 kilowatt hours, or specify that a portion of their monthly use be wind-generated. The average homeowner uses about 1,000 kilowatt hours monthly. Using 400 kw hours of wind power would raise one's monthly bill by $7.27. According to Peter West of the Portland-based Renewable Northwest Project, buying two 55-kilowatt blocks each month would save the energy equivalent of the gasoline to drive 1,800 miles. For people who feel strongly about their impact on the environment, this is a real opportunity to put their money where their mouths are. Spurred by electricity shortages, Bonneville Power Administration early this year urged accelerated construction of power plants, including wind power. Of the 25 submitted proposals for wind-power generation, six projects are being considered for viability. Several projects started before that call are now coming on line. Worldwide, wind power generation has grown steadily in the past 20 years. According to the American Wind Energy Association, "Some 3,800 megawatts of new utility-scale wind energy generating capacity were brought online worldwide during the year 2000, making total installed capacity about 17,300 MW at the end of the year, enough to generate some 37 billion kWh of electricity each year." In May, the association predicted, "Market growth in 2001 is likely to exceed 50 percent in the United States, setting a new record and pushing worldwide installed capacity past the 20,000 MW mark in the course of the year." Wind power is by no means the panacea for regional electricity shortages. No one expects it to take the place of hydropower in the Northwest. And, as with any energy production method, there are pros and cons. Economically speaking, new wind turbine designs are more efficient and viable, and plants can typically be built quicker and more cheaply than other types of plants. It's also favorable to struggling farmers, who may lease their land for wind-power plants while still producing crops. (BPA urges landowners to become informed before pursuing this. Visit http://www.ourwind.org , http://www.awea.org   and http://www.windustry.org  ). The obvious weakness of wind power is that it's not constant. Wind-powered plants produce only about 30 percent of the time, so when and how much energy will be produced can't be accurately predicted.  Plants must be sited where the average wind speed is at least 9 mph.  Transmitting the power can also be a problem, as lines must be large enough to handle that fluctuating power along with the regular load. Still, wind power is an environmentally friendly option worth developing as the clean, efficient, renewable resource it is. Wind power - not a cure-all, but a great idea whose time has come. It's a concept worth supporting. Source: Western's NewsClips 12/13/2001 via Power Marketers.Com via The Spokesman Review 12/13/2001.

Siemens PV Panels Power Lights at EPA Facility
Camarillo, CA-based Siemens Solar recently announced that a roadway at the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Research Triangle Park, NC-based headquarters campus is being powered by the company's solar panels. The 200-watt photovoltaic (PV) lighting system was manufactured by Solar Electric Power Company (SEPCO). "We're extremely pleased with the installation," said EPA project manager Chris Long. "We're committed to using cost-effective technologies that reduce our air pollution impact, and this project speaks volumes about our commitment to clean, renewable energy." Stuart, FL-based SEPCO develops and manufactures solar electric power and lighting products. Siemens Solar is a leading manufacturer of photovoltaic cells and modules.
"We chose Siemens Solar panels because they've proven themselves in the field -- in some of the harshest climates on the planet -- for decades," said SEPCO president Steven Robbins. Contact: SEPCO, website http://www.sepconet.com ; Siemens Solar, website http://www.siemenssolar.com . Source: EIN Renewable Energy Today 12/13/2001 via Siemens Solar Release 12/10/2001.

Iowa Project Tests Switchgrass for Power Production
John Deere announced last week its support of a groundbreaking project in central Iowa to generate electricity from switchgrass. Switchgrass is a common prairie grass grown on marginal farmland throughout many parts of North America. Its high energy output per acre of harvested crop makes it an attractive crop for energy production. The Chariton Valley Biomass Project involves more than 80 farmers managing 7,000 acres of switchgrass. The project is managed by Chariton Valley Resource Conservation & Development, Inc., a non-profit corporation helping southern Iowa farmers. John Deere provided equipment to harvest and bale the switchgrass, and the company provided expertise on when to harvest and how to store the crop. Iowa State University is testing the impact of harvests on the environment, including water runoff, wildlife, and soil stress. Alliant Energy is testing small portions of the switchgrass at its coal-fired Ottumwa Generating Station in Chillicothe, Iowa, which is co-owned with MidAmerican Energy. If the project reaches its goal, five percent of the fuel burned at the generating station will be switchgrass, eventually adding up to 200,000 tons burned annually at the site. A final report on the project is expected next year from DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory. See the John Deere press release at: http://www.deere.com/deerecom/_newsroom/grass.htm. Source: EREN Network News -- 12/12/01.


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Outreach, Education & Reports

Trading for Clean Air Just Got Easier
The latest innovation in air emissions trading, the Online Allowance Transfer System (OATS), was launched Dec. 3 by the Environmental Protection Agency. This online system enables participants in the sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions trading markets to record trades directly on the Internet instead of submitting paper forms to the EPA for processing. A trading unit is called an allowance and is equivalent to one ton of air emissions. The EPA's tracking systems, which currently hold allowances with a combined value of more than $20 billion, record official SO2 and NOx allowance transfers under existing emissions cap and trade programs.  These cap and trade programs reduce air pollution by setting a permanent cap on emissions, then allowing trading within that cap. Anyone anywhere in the world can participate in the emissions trading market, and hundreds of companies, brokers, and individuals are already engaged in trading. Participants in the SO2 and NOx allowance markets can record their own allowance transfers on OATS, either by entering the data on screen or by submitting an XML file. "EPA expects this online system will streamline and accelerate emission trading, saving industry and government time and money," said EPA Administrator Christie Whitman. "The cap-and-trade approach has already proven to be extremely successful in air pollution control, and today's online breakthrough will make it even better." Emissions trading in the United States has its origin in the Clean Air Act, the landmark legislation that was enacted by Congress in 1970 and revised in 1990. The 1990 Clean Air Act sets specific pollution targets and deadlines for states, local governments, and businesses. The EPA says that emissions-cap-and-trade programs ensure that environmental goals are met, while providing companies an alternative to the installation of costly pollution control technologies in complying with the law. Studies of emissions demonstrate that power plants account for about three-quarters of SO2 emissions and one-third of NOx emissions. The worst polluters are those older coal-fired plants without modern scrubbers and other pollution control equipment. See entire article at: http://enn.com/news/enn-stories/2001/12/12052001/s_45776.asp. Source: Energy Newsbriefs 12/3//01.


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News from Washington

Another Energy Bill Introduced
For the third time during the 1st Session of the 107th Congress, a comprehensive National Energy Bill has been introduced. The ìEnergy Policy Act of 2002î, S1766, was introduced on December 5, 2001 through joint statements by Senators Tom Daschle (D-SD) and Jeff Bingaman, (D-NM). Mr. Daschle is the Senate Majority Leader and Mr. Bingaman is the Chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee. This latest Senate version of a National Energy Bill comes on the heels of the Bush Administrationís publication of a ìReport of the National Energy Policy Development Group, May 2001î; introduction of a National Energy Strategy early in this session by then Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Frank Murkowski, (R-AK); and introduction of another energy bill by Senator Bingaman when he became Chairman of the Senate Energy Committee upon the defection of Senator Jeffords (I-VT) from the Republican Party. This is all on top of the approval of a major energy bill by the U.S. House of Representatives that was passed on August 2, 2001 titled 'Securing America's Future Energy Act of 2001' or the 'SAFE Act of 2001'. During the introduction of this latest version of a Senate Energy Bill, Senator Daschle indicated that he would schedule debate on the Senate floor for early February, 2002.   While again approaching 400 pages in length, the latest version does not address the following subjects that have proven to be contentious:

As indicated, Senator Daschle has tentatively established the first of February, 2002 to begin floor debate on S1766 and one can be certain that the debate will be long, contentious, and mired in amendments. If and when the Senate does pass an Energy Bill, the most difficult task may prove to be reconciliation with the House version. A copy of this and other Senate Energy Bills may be found at: http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/D?c107:1:./temp/~c107L4Un4r:e316. Source: National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition 12/17/2001.

Energy Secretary Names Electricity Advisory Board
On 10 December, U.S. Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham named Ms. S. Marce Fuller and Dr. E. Linn Draper as Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, respectively, of the Departmentís newly formed Electricity Advisory Board. "I am pleased that Ms. Fuller and Dr. Draper have agreed to serve the country in this crucial role," Secretary Abraham said. "The Electricity Advisory Board will focus on some of the most challenging issues facing the electricity industry and the Department of Energy today." Secretary Abraham established this high-level group to attain authoritative advice from across all segments of the electricity industry. The Electricity Advisory Board was chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act on November 9, 2001, and has 39 members. Ms. Fuller is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mirant, which is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. She has served a variety of senior posts within Mirant including President and CEO of its North American Energy Risk Management and Marketing Operations and international project development. Prior to joining Mirant in 1992, she worked for General Electric and Southern Company where she held positions in engineering, finance, marketing and management. Dr. Draper is the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of American Electric Power Co. Inc., in Columbus, Ohio. He has more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry, where he has worked in a variety of roles. Source: Craig Cox E-mail 1/2/2002 via DOE press release at: http://www.energy.gov/HQPress/releases01/decpr/pr01205.htm

Senate Committee Links
The below information and links will help you learn more about four Senate standing committees and eleven subcommittees, including their jurisdiction, membership, and current activities. To learn more, click on any of the following links:

Committee on Appropriations http://www.senate.gov/~appropriations/
Chairman, Subcommittee on Treasury & General Government
Member, Subcommittee on Agriculture
Member, Subcommittee on Defense
Member, Subcommittee on Energy & Water Development
Member, Subcommittee on Interior

Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation http://www.senate.gov/~commerce/
Chairman, Subcommittee on Consumer Affairs, Foreign Commerce, & Tourism
Member, Subcommittee on Aviation
Member, Subcommittee on Communications
Member, Subcommittee on Science, Technology & Space
Member, Subcommittee on Surface Transportation & Merchant Marine

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources http://www.senate.gov/~energy/
Chairman, Subcommittee on Water & Power
Member, Subcommittee on Energy Research & Development
Member, Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests

Committee on Indian Affairs http://indian.senate.gov/ieindex.html


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Marketing & Market Research

Renewable Fuels Standard Creates Jobs, Boosts Economy
A new report, released by the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), and National Biodiesel Board (NBB) underscores the tremendous economic development and energy security impacts of implementing a renewable fuels standard (RFS). The study assumed an RFS of 6.6 billion gallons of ethanol and biodiesel by 2011, growing to 8.8 billion gallons by 2016. "The Congress is engaged in an important debate about how to stimulate our economy and reduce our growing dependence on imported oil," said Bob Dinneen, RFA president. "Implementing an RFS is a win-win on both issues." The report, An Economic Analysis of Legislation for a Renewable Fuels Requirement for Highway Motor Fuels, was completed by economist John Urbanckuk, of AUS Consultants. Increasing the renewable content of motor vehicle fuels from current levels to four percent by 2016 would lead to the use of 5.8 billion gallons of ethanol in 2011 and 7.6 billion gallons of ethanol in 2016.  "A renewable fuel standard would reduce our dependence on foreign oil, improve our trade deficit, boost farm income, create new opportunities for rural businesses, and reduce farm program costs," said John McClelland, NCGA director of energy and analysis.   National Biodiesel Board president Robert Metz added, "This is common sense policy for America." Several RFS bills have been introduced in this Congress, including legislation by Sens. Chuck Hagel and Tim Johnson (S.1006), Sen. Tom Daschle (S. 670), Sen. Tom Harkin (S. 892), and Rep. John Thune (HR. 2423). Response from Capitol Hill was immediate. "With U.S. dependence on foreign oil at an all time high and increasing, we must look for alternative forms of energy," stated Sen. Chuck Hagel (R-NE). "I believe renewable fuels such as ethanol and biodiesel should be the centerpiece of our future energy strategy, because these fuels are home grown solutions," said Sen. Tim Johnson (D-SD). Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) added, "It just goes to show that America needs reformulated fuels, not only for our family farmers, but also for job creation, crude oil independence, and trade expansion." Key Findings of the Report "Energy and Economic Benefits of an RFS:"

"We have a real opportunity to stop the growth in imported energy," said Dinneen. "The ethanol industry is prepared to build on our growth of the last two years." The report can be found on the RFA web page at: http://www.ethanolrfa.org/combined%20AUS%20Report.PDF. Source: RFA Ethanol Report 12/17/2001.

World Wildlife Fund Study Indicates Potential for 1.3 Million Jobs Nationwide from Clean Energy
A new World Wildlife Fund study released today indicates that energy efficiency policies and development of renewable energy resources could result in 750,000 new jobs nationwide over the next nine years and 1.3 million new jobs by 2020. According to the study "Clean Energy: Jobs for America's Future" the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) would also increase by $23 billion by 2010 and continue to grow under such conditions. The net increase in U.S. GDP would be $43.9 billion by 2020. "This study shows that a responsible approach to energy policy can help us meet the challenge of climate change while still benefiting the economy and creating new jobs," added Brooks Yeager, vice president of Global Threats for World Wildlife Fund. "A serious and sustained national effort to improve the energy efficiency of our cars, trucks and buildings will offer us a better future with sustainable economic growth and allow us to conserve irreplaceable wilderness refuges for future generations." A related benefit would be an additional $220 increase in annual wage and salary earnings per household by 2010, increasing to $400 per household by 2020. The policies analyzed in the WWF study would serve national interests in reducing American demand and therefore, dependency on oil. The study shows that these policies also create more jobs and offer greater economic benefits than can be generated by drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge despite the unsubstantiated claims of drilling proponents. The portfolio of policies analyzed in the study are as follows. Buildings and Industry Sector: Appliance Standards, Building Codes, Voluntary Measures, Research and Development, Public Benefits Fund, Tax Credits, Combined Heat and Power and District Energy Systems. Electric Sector:      Renewable Portfolio Standard, NOx/SO2 Cap and Trade, Carbon Cap and Trade. Transport Sector: Light Duty Vehicle Efficiency Improvements, Heavy Duty Vehicle Efficiency Improvements, Aircraft Efficiency Improvements, Greenhouse Gas Standards for Fuels Travel Demand Reductions and High Speed Rail. The study is based on research and analysis conducted by the Tellus Institute on behalf of the World Wildlife Fund. The data used in the study is from the U.S. Department of Energy, Energy Information Administration's Annual Energy Outlook for 2001 and Bureau of Labor Statistics' Economic and Employment Projections. Source: Alliance to Save Energy 12/13/2001 via WWF Website 1/2/2002.


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Grants, RFPs & Other Funding News

U.S. DOE 2002 State Energy Programs Special Project Solicitation
The U.S. Department of Energy has released the 2002 SEP Special Projects solicitation. There is $4.5 million available this year for Clean Cities in 5 categories. See http://www.energy.ca.gov/contracts/SEP_CLEAN_CITIES/2002-01-02_sep_memo.html  for information on the 5 categories. The California Energy Commission has posted the DOE guidance and application forms on its Web site at:  http://www.energy.ca.gov/contracts/SEP_CLEAN_CITIES/FORMS_AND_DOCUMENTS/. Source: E-mail from Bob Aldrich, CEC, 1/2/2002.


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