The judge ruled that Shell does not need to submit to the Environmental Impact Statement process.
Energy & Mining
AJ Mine compact renewal stands — without a public hearing
Despite a public outcry on a recent AJ Mine resolution, the Juneau Assembly Monday refused to reconsider a vote and discuss the issue. The Assembly two weeks ago approved Resolution 2656, renewing a 1979 compact for property owners CBJ and AJT to act as a single entity for future mine exploration and development. Before it…
Bill would allow road to Prince of Wales mines
A bill making it easier to build a road to Prince of Wales Island mines has gotten some attention in the nation’s Capitol.
AELP to test sirens
Alaska Electric Light and power will test the Salmon Creek emergency sirens Thursday morning at 9 o’clock.
Aleut Enterprise charged with criminal negligence in Adak fuel spill
The State of Alaska has filed criminal charges against Aleut Enterprise, a subsidiary of the Aleut Corporation, over a fuel spill in Adak.
Experts say Tulsequah Chief Mine success depends on ‘blue sky scenario’
Despite falling stock prices and investors cancelling, Chieftan says the mine will soon be a reality