The proposal comes just months after Tillerson visited Alaska and spoke about the importance of the Arctic. Some worry it’s a sign the Trump administration will be less engaged in the region.
Rachel Waldholz, Alaska’s Energy Desk
As sea ice recedes, walruses gather near Point Lay earlier than ever
Several hundred Pacific walrus are hauled out on a barrier island near the village of Point Lay, on the Chukchi Sea coast. It’s the earliest such haul out since the walrus first started showing up in 2007 — and may be linked to this year’s rapidly retreating Arctic sea ice.
Sweeping government climate report warns of rapid warming in Alaska, Arctic
A new government report warns that regions across the U.S. are feeling the effects of rapid climate change, with some of the greatest impacts in Alaska and the Arctic. And it states the evidence that human activity is driving climate change is stronger than ever.
Cordova hosts U.S. Senate field hearing on microgrids
The state is becoming a testing ground for energy technologies that are increasingly interesting to the rest of the world.
Muted reactions from Alaska officials to Trump decision on Paris Climate Agreement
President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord drew muted reactions from Alaska officials.
Tillerson gets earful on climate change from Arctic governments
The Trump administration has indicated it will decide whether to remain in the Paris climate agreement within weeks. Many of Tillerson’s counterparts used the Arctic Council ministerial to press for action.