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        <Explanation>THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND MANAGEMENT STAFF, INCLUDING THE CEO, OFFICE MANAGER, ENERGY SERVICES MANAGER, AND OPERATIONS MANAGER SUBMIT TO THE BOARD EACH YEAR A SIGNED DECLARATION OF ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST.</Explanation>
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