“Many of those who began this battle are no longer with us,” said Alannah Hurley, executive director of United Tribes of Bristol Bay. She called the EPA’s decision historic.
Energy & Mining
Bristol Bay braces for EPA’s final decision on the proposed Pebble mine
Pebble Mine would be one of the largest copper and gold mines in the world — but it might never break ground. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is expected to issue its final decision on the mine very soon.
Alaska Legislature gets first look at carbon plan proposed by Gov. Mike Dunleavy
Even if the bills become law by the end of the 33rd Legislature in 2024, it’s likely to take several years before the state realizes any income.
Donlin mine promises revenue for all Alaska Native corporations, but critics point to environmental risks
The mine, which is on the cusp of being constructed after two decades of exploration and planning work, would be one of the largest open-pit gold mines in the world.
New bill from Dunleavy aims to help Alaska break into growing carbon markets
The legislation would give the Alaska Department of Natural Resources the authority to promote two forms of carbon management and sequestration.
Exxon climate predictions were accurate decades ago. Still it sowed doubt
Exxon’s climate research decades back painted an accurate picture of global warming, according to a new scientific paper. Still the oil company continued climate-denying policy efforts.
Hilcorp is sole bidder in controversial Cook Inlet lease sale
“This was the market speaking,” economist Roger Marks said. “And the market is pretty knowledgeable.”
Study finds wind power is Sitka’s ‘strongest resource’ for future energy needs
The city is expecting more electric customers to jump onto the grid in the next five-to-ten years.
Environmental groups sue over Cook Inlet oil and gas sale
There’s no guarantee oil and gas companies will place bids in next week’s sale.
State opens bidding on additional Cook Inlet lease sale
The tracts cover Wasilla down to Anchor Point, both onshore and off.