An additional 18 acres will extend the life of the mine by 10 years
Energy & Mining
Oil tax referendum to appear on ballot
It’s official: A controversial tax cut on oil companies will be put to a vote. “Vote Yes — Repeal the Giveaway” has met all of the legal requirements to get on the ballot.
Sitka’s hydro project well underway
Tunneling work for Sitka’s Blue Lake hydro expansion project is just about wrapped up, and construction crews are pouring concrete for the new powerhouse.
SB 21 repeal certified for primary election
The state Division of Elections has certified a referendum to repeal a new state law that reduces taxes on oil companies.
Oil Tax battle wages on through regulatory process
Both supporters and opponents of the recently passed tax overhaul aren’t totally pleased with how the regulatory process is going.
Judge hears Juneau’s annexation case
CBJ argues that Local Boundary Commission did not properly consider their petition
Chief’s Review includes Juneau visit
Forest Service’s Tom Tidwell says rising fire suppression costs are affecting other program budgets
Syria strikes could catapult oil prices even higher
Syria does not produce much oil. It’s allies do, though, said Ed Hirs, an energy economist at the University of Houston.
Poll shows wide fears of Pebble Mine
Hays Research Group asked 388 likely primary voters their opinions of a possible 2014 ballot initiative that would prohibit the Pebble Mine.
Tree cutting causes morning power outage
Residents out the road in Auke Bay and Lena Loop lost power for about 20 minutes this morning. The rest of Juneau may have noticed a brief power glitch. Debbie Driscoll with Alaska Electric Light and Power says a tree that was being cut down fell on a line. It took out power to feeders…