There are no microreactors operating anywhere in the United States, but a few pilot projects are planned, including one at Eielson Air Force Base.
Economy
Construction of a bridge across Denali Park Road landslide could start this year
Twenty-five million dollars in funding for the project comes from the federal infrastructure bill that passed late last year.
Canada will end its COVID testing requirement for vaccinated travelers on April 1
Canada will still require U.S. travelers to complete the ArriveCAN process and show proof of vaccination to enter the country.
3 reasons Alaska’s oil can’t replace Russian imports, according to energy experts
With crude oil, all barrels aren’t the same.
Board of Fish votes down proposal to allow limited red king crab harvest in Southeast Alaska
The proposal was supported by both the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and fishermen.
Alaska House committee proposes using part of rising oil money to fund schools a year ahead of time
The amount is roughly one-third of the additional $3.6 billion the Department of Revenue forecast the state will receive in its spring revenue update on Tuesday.
A new study gives many Alaska communities their first look at how fast erosion is approaching
It’s the most comprehensive erosion assessment ever done in the state, and for many communities, it’s their first ever erosion forecast based on scientific data.
Dunleavy calls for big dividends as Alaska’s revenue forecast increases by billions
Gov. Mike Dunleavy urged the Legislature to send some of the money to Alaskans in the form of $3,700 in permanent fund dividends.
Safety board makes recommendations to curb mid-air plane crashes in Alaska
In most places in Alaska, reporting on common traffic advisory frequencies is highly recommended, but it’s not a requirement. The NTSB wants to change that.
Alaska Board of Fisheries seat remains vacant more than one month after deadline to appoint successor
A spokesperson for Gov. Dunleavy said that the administration is still taking applications for the vacant seat on the Alaska Board of Fisheries.