Greenpeace Ltd's concern for the global environment is widely advertised. Pleased be assured that Chevron too is committed to protecting the safety and health of people and the environment. To that end we conduct our business in a socially responsible and ethical manner, striving to be industry leader in safety and health performance, and to be recognised Worldwide for environmental excellence. Although encouraging that Greenpeace Ltd shares Chevron's desire to protect and preserve the environment, it is unfortunate that our approaches to resolving environmental issues often clash. I am sure that if only Greenpeace Ltd could find enough common ground with the industry on which to establish a co-operative approach it would release enormous potential. Maybe calm discussion and persistence will eventually get us there. To this end, I should be only too pleased to have the opportunity to meet you. Perhaps you could ask your secretary to get in touch with mine to arrange a mutually convenient date very soon. Meanwhile, you have my assurances that, in respect of the Atlantic Margin, Chevron will continue to operate in an environmentally responsible manner and fully in accordance with all national and international regulatory requirements. Yours sincerely R.K.Connon