T. Boone Pickens

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so he initiated a company program for physical fitness. In 1985 Mesa Oil was named The Most Physically Fit Company in America. He felt oil companies would be more successful if its employees and share holders were healthy and happy.

In 1980 and early 90's he began focusing on foreign markets. He was also convinced that natural gas was a viable alternative and would lessen United States dependence on oil. He formed the Pickens Fuel Corp. in 1997. It was the eighth company he helped go public. The company owned and operated gas fueling stations from British Columbia to the Mexican border.

Pickens was also an advocate for protecting land. He promoted habitats for quails and was active in creating a model for local ranchers on how to care for land. His ranch in the Panhandle of Texas was a example of how to respect the land and the environment.

He spent more than 35 years traveling to Washington asking presidents and legislators to make a comprehensive plan for ...

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