Allowing more cruise ships to connect to shore power when they visit Juneau might mean less pollution and more money for the local electric utility. But could Alaska Electric Light & Power handle the increased volume?
"Alaska Electric Light & Power"
Flume Trail to close this summer for repairs
Alaska Electric Light & Power spokesperson Debbie Driscoll says the wooden walkway above downtown Juneau is safe to use for now, but the company has concerns about its long-term integrity.
AEL&P parent company and Canadian Hydro One call off merger
The proposed merger between the parent company of Juneau’s power utility and a Canadian power company is dead. That’s according to Hydro One and Avista, who announced Wednesday they had terminated the deal.
Avista and Hydro One file settlement agreement in Olympia
Alaska Electric Light & Power’s parent company has reached a settlement with state regulators in Washington to merge with Hydro One. The acquisition by the Canadian power company still needs approval from four other states, including Alaska.
Juneau investors and CBJ eye AEL&P amid parent company’s buyout
It was revealed at a Juneau Assembly meeting that local investors want to bring AEL&P back under local control. The Juneau utility’s parent company is itself being acquired by the Canadian energy firm Hydro One.
New leadership at Juneau’s electric utility
The president of Juneau’s electric utility announced on Wednesday that he’s retiring after 34 years.
Ask the Energy Desk: What happens when our hydropower sources are frozen?
In Southeast Alaska, the frigid conditions have had a direct impact on the way people power their homes.
Juneau’s electric utility says natural gas not in the plans anymore
Tim McLeod, AEL&P’s president, says the company thought heating with natural gas could save customers money but circumstances have changed.
Plugging in could be cheaper for Juneau’s electric vehicle owners in 2017
The city’s privately-owned electric utility is trying to expand a program, aimed at shifting when those drivers juice their cars.
Why Alaska utilities can build now, ask for rate increases later
Alaska’s privately owned electric utilities can’t increase their rates overnight. But customers get little say about projects already on the books.