Legislation proposed by Gov. Mike Dunleavy would allow the state to sell subsurface gas-only leases in part of Kachemak Bay so companies could drill into undersea reservoirs from miles away.
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Will a Texan-Australian partnership bring the ‘shale revolution’ to the North Slope?
This week, 88 Energy announced they’ve started setting up a rig on the North Slope to drill a second well for Project Icewine. According to a recent 88 Energy presentation, the company thinks its leases may hold between 1.4 and 3.6 billion barrels of oil.
State agency could offer public comment period for fracking projects
The state agency that oversees oil and gas drilling is proposing a ten-day comment period for applications to use hydraulic fracturing on an oil or gas well. The proposal falls in between what environmental groups and the industry say is sufficient opportunity for public input before a well can be fracked in Alaska.
Fracking in Alaska: Who should weigh in?
The state agency that oversees oil and gas drilling will determine whether more public input is needed when a company wants to start hydraulic fracturing in Alaska.
Environmental group clashes with energy company over fracking in Cook Inlet
The Center for Biological Diversity is calling for the National Marine Fisheries Service to stop BlueCrest Energy’s plans to conduct hydraulic fracturing of oil wells in Cook Inlet, citing concern for beluga whales.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Obama Administration’s Fracking Rules
A U.S. judge in Wyoming said the Bureau of Land Management can’t regulate hydraulic fracturing — because more than a decade ago, Congress specifically excluded fracking from federal oversight.
Panel digs into BlueCrest fracking plan
“We do not want to impact anyone’s drinking water in any way,” said Larry Burgess, BlueCrest’s health, safety and environmental manager.
Trump Wants To Make Energy Production Great Again — Even As It Sets Records
Since 2012, the U.S. has produced more oil and gas than any other country even as solar and wind power have also experienced huge growth.
Voters In Texas City Approve Ban On Fracking
The vote is expected to be challenged, but Mayor Chris Watts said he would defend the ban.
State reviews fracking regulations
The Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission is reviewing a set of regulations aimed at alleviating public concerns about hydraulic fracturing – or fracking – in the state.