The ruling effectively sends the feds back to square one, triggering a fresh environmental review under the landmark National Environmental Policy Act.
Timber
Social distancing at a logging camp? An Alaska operator wants more resources.
Alcan Forest Products would like to see COVID-19 testing for workers traveling from the Lower 48.
Alaska’s struggling timber industry can now hit pause on federal contracts
This change gives businesses a way to request an extension on certain contracts so they can navigate the difficult times.
Challenge to Tongass timber sale on Prince of Wales Island upheld in court
A federal judge has ruled in favor of green groups challenging the largest Tongass timber sale in decades.
USDA opens investigation into why Forest Service grant was given to Alaska to work on Roadless Rule
The state spent the money in a variety of ways, but it drew criticism from tribal governments and environmental groups for offering some of the funds to the Alaska Forest Association.
Alaska oil, mining education group alleges former director stole at least $187,000
Alaska Resource Education, which promotes the oil and gas, mining and forestry industries in Alaska’s schools, is suing former Executive Director Michelle Brunner, alleging she embezzled at least $187,000.
Without Alaska’s ferries, timber and fish businesses wonder who will carry that freight
The breakdown of the Alaska Marine Highway System has Southeast Alaska businesses scrambling for alternative ways to send their products out of town.
Yellow cedar is dying. Can Southeast Alaska sawmills profit?
A recent study explores the business potential of salvage logging for yellow cedar, or harvesting trees that are already dead.
Shee Atiká offloads most of its land in $18.3M deal
Congress has appropriated funds annually over the past four years to complete the transfer.
Alaska Forest Association names new executive director
Tessa Axelson will be taking over the role from Owen Graham, who led the organization for close to 20 years.