Opportunity for Enron

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---------------------- Forwarded by Mike McConnell/HOU/ECT on 03/01/2001
04:35 PM ---------------------------
From: Chad Tipton@EES on 03/01/2001 03:17 PM
To: Mike McConnell/HOU/ECT@ECT
cc: Jeff Skilling/Corp/Enron@ENRON, Thomas E White/HOU/EES@EES
Subject: Opportunity for Enron

Good afternoon Mike,

My name is Chad Tipton. I am currently a Development Support Manager with
EES in the Integrated Asset Management (IAM). Recently, I had the good
fortune to meet, Ron Hosmer. He represents a company called IdleAire
Technologies, Inc.. IdleAire is a startup company started in 1999.
IdleAire has developed a system to eliminate truckdrivers from having to idle
their trucks while on long haul overnight stops. Their plan is to electrify
truckstops and install remote HVAC units to eliminate truck idling. Also,
these units provide cable TV and internet services. They have already
piloted the technology in several truckstops in the Knoxville, TN area.

IdleAire's goal is to:

"........evolve the nation's truck stops and travel centers into the largest
truck stop electrification network in the world. We are taking truck stop
electrification to the next level. Our travel center conversions provide
heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) at every parking space. We
also provide drivers in-cab telephone, Internet and television."

Idle Air has caught the attention of many interest groups in Washington,
D.C. Ron tells me that they have already gained support from Tennessee
congressmen, including Jimmy Duncan and Van Hilleary. Also, former House
Speaker, Newt Gingrich is on the board of directors of IdleAire
Technologies. These individuals support this technology because it reduces
emissions and helps state quality for CMAQ funds.

I had mentioned to Ron, that I worked for Enron and informed him about what
we do. He and I both felt that Enron may be interested in developing a
strategic partnership to take their technology to market. Ron said that
they are looking for a strategic partner with energy related experience and
the capital to invest in this project.

Enron would benefit in several ways:

1. Greater than average returns.

2. Increased publicity and recognition in Enron's environmental role. (EPA
Energy Star Label, EPA Climate Protection Award, etc....)

3. Increase markets for electricity and possibly gas.

4. Maintain Enron's title of innovation leader.

5. Open a whole new market the energy services group. (EES)

I believe this opportunity is very synergistic with Enron's business model.
If you would be interested in talking with Ron, I would be happy to introduce
him to you. They have a very comprehensive business plan that lays out
their business in detail. I have arranged for him to provide us with an
executive summary of the business. You can also find out more about the
company by visiting their website at:

www.idleaire.com

Thanks for your time.

Chad Tipton
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