Syria does not produce much oil. It’s allies do, though, said Ed Hirs, an energy economist at the University of Houston.
Energy & Mining
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…
Oil prices surge as Alaskans stockpile for winter
The state of Alaska wants oil prices high. “Every dollar change in price is close to 100 -150 million dollars in state revenue,” said acting Revenue Commissioner Angela Rodell.
Coeur and Hecla see losses in second quarter
The parent companies of Juneau’s gold and silver mines have posted a net loss for the second quarter of 2013 that ended June 30th.
Pebble Mine waits, frustration grows
Pebble Partnership CEO John Shively has maintained for years that his company will submit its application soon.