The widow of the late Gov. Jay Hammond wants a television advertisement that compares her husband to Sean Parnell taken off the air.
Energy & Mining
AEL&P files to study Sheep Creek hydroelectric project feasibility
Alaska Electric Light and Power has filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to investigate the feasibility of a Sheep Creek hydroelectric project.
Interior department finalizes NPR-A plan, creates pipeline corridor
The development plan could be one of the last decisions for Ken Salazar; he’ll leave office as soon as the Senate confirms his successor.
Senate Resources offers changed oil tax plan
The first changes have been made to Gov. Sean Parnell’s oil tax proposal.
Can wave energy get Yakutat off diesel?
A Massachusetts-based alternative energy start-up wants to tap Gulf of Alaska waves to generate electricity for Yakutat. The community-backed project just won a key federal permit. But it still faces substantial barriers.
Kulluk cleared to leave Kiliuda Bay
The Coast Guard lifted an order restricting movement of Shell’s Kulluk drill rig. It’s now clear to head to Unalaska.