There are no microreactors operating anywhere in the United States, but a few pilot projects are planned, including one at Eielson Air Force Base.
Energy & Mining
3 reasons Alaska’s oil can’t replace Russian imports, according to energy experts
With crude oil, all barrels aren’t the same.
ConocoPhillips says it’s still trying to find the source of North Slope gas leak
Officials with ConocoPhillips are still trying to determine the source of an ongoing natural gas leak reported at a North Slope oil drill site earlier this month.
As gas prices soar, Alaskans should ‘get used to volatility,’ says one analyst
After months of incremental bumps, a barrel of Alaska North Slope shot up to $125 last week. A day later, he said, the markets reconsidered, and it dropped to $110.
Gov. Dunleavy proposes suspending motor fuel taxes through June 2023
Dunleavy said the suspension would help Alaskans affected by rising fuel prices and inflation.
Western Alaska companies say the region should brace for high fuel prices
Residents of Western Alaska bush communities could see an increase in the price of gas, stove and heating oil. And that price may not come down any time soon.
Hilcorp fined for its response to Cook Inlet and North Slope leaks
Oil and gas company Hilcorp paid federal regulators $180,500 for taking too long to inspect and repair dozens of leaks in Cook Inlet and on the North Slope.
Alaska sees a swift drop in the value of its Russian investments and looks to sell
Revenue Commissioner Lucinda Mahoney said the value of state-held Russian investments has declined from $267 million at the end of 2021 to a current estimate of no more than $15 million.
What the ban on Russian oil could mean for Alaska
President Biden announced on Tuesday a ban on Russian oil and gas imports to the U.S.
Gov. Dunleavy directs state to take steps to divest from Russia
He also requested further actions from the federal government and Alaska businesses and individuals.