Powering prosperity:
A new era of energy opportunity for Alaska

Powering prosperity: A new era of energy opportunity for Alaska

Powering prosperity:
A new era of energy opportunity for Alaska

Alaska holds vast, untapped renewable energy resources at scales that could power entire nations. By putting these resources to work, we can lower energy costs, create high-paying jobs and drive economic growth while securing our energy independence and strengthening Alaska’s role as an energy leader.

By working together to unleash this potential, we can deliver affordable, reliable power to every Alaska household, power new industries and build a stronger, more self-reliant future for our state.

Now is the time for new energy, Alaska.

Alaska’s Energy Future is at Stake—Congress Must Act:

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Our new energy future

With unmatched energy potential, Alaska is uniquely positioned to lead the nation’s energy future. By developing our abundant clean energy resources and championing local innovation, we can strengthen our energy independence, create opportunity and secure our standing as a powerhouse of energy leadership. Achieving this vision requires bold, decisive action and the commitment of our state leaders.

Together, we can seize this opportunity to build a stronger, more self-reliant Alaska—one with resilient communities, thriving industries, and an energy sector that fuels long-term prosperity.

82%

of Alaskans support building renewable energy infrastructure to diversify and strengthen the economy.*

MORE JOBS

more jobs

Over three-quarters of Alaskans say developing more renewables will create new jobs and diversify our economy.* Job creation will stem from constructing, operating, and maintaining energy infrastructure. As we generate affordable, abundant energy, new businesses across diverse industries will be drawn to our state.

MORE JOBS

lower bills

Clean energy has already proven to be reliable and affordable in Alaska, even in the north of the state. The declining costs of renewable energy present an opportunity to reduce energy expenses for Alaskan families and businesses.

78%

of Alaskans say spending state tax dollars on renewable energy is the right direction for the state.*

Powering prosperity: A new era of energy opportunity for Alaska

Energy independence

Alaska has the potential to secure long-term energy independence using sustainable local resources, reducing reliance on expensive imported energy sources.

STRONGER ECONOMY

stronger economy

Expanding Alaska’s energy portfolio through renewables will help stabilize and diversify our economic base, growing our energy export economy and decoupling our local energy supply from unpredictable global markets.

HEALTHIER FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES

Healthier Families and Communities

Investing in sustainable energy projects can help reduce pollution and support cleaner air, which is healthier for our families and the lands and waters that sustain us.

*According to polling conducted by Dittman Research, May 2023

Time to Act

Current supplies of natural gas in Cook Inlet are declining, while many in rural Alaska struggle with the overwhelming cost of imported energy. Now, the federal funding that was helping to modernize and diversify our energy base—lowering costs and creating jobs—is frozen and potentially gone for good. Without it, key projects are at risk, and Alaska could fall behind as others build stronger, more self-reliant energy systems.

 

This investment is critical. Leaders at every level must push to protect it—ensuring Alaska can harness its full energy potential, strengthen its economy and keep power affordable for families and businesses. The time to act is now.

LEVERAGE FEDERAL INCENTIVES

Champion Federal and State Support

Federal incentives have been vital for diversifying Alaska’s energy landscape, reducing costs and driving critical investment in our energy infrastructure. Advocating for the continuation of federal support is crucial for the state’s future.

MODERNIZE OUR RAILBELT ELECTRIC GRID BY 2030

Modernize Our Railbelt Electric Grid by 2030

Upgrade our outdated Railbelt electric transmission infrastructure to deliver affordable and reliable energy for our homes and businesses. Energy cost savings will be shared with rural and remote communities through the Power Cost Equalization program.

INVEST IN LOCALLY GENERATED CLEAN POWER

Invest in Locally Generated Clean Power

Two in three Alaskans believe that using more renewable energy will help us achieve energy independence and reduce Alaska’s exposure to volatile global energy markets.* By developing locally generated clean power, we enhance our energy security and gain autonomy in pricing energy resources.

PRIORITIZE PROJECTS THAT CAN BE BUILT NOW

Prioritize Projects That Can Be Built Now

Urgency is paramount. Instead of debating megaprojects, let’s focus on developing known, low-risk projects that can be built within the next five years and that provide a sustainable alternative to Cook Inlet’s depleted natural gas reserves.

SECURE ALASKA’S POSITION AS AN ENERGY LEADER

Secure Alaska’s Position as an Energy Leader

Expanding Alaska’s energy leadership through utility-scale and export-scale clean energy projects will reinforce U.S. energy dominance and ensure that our state remains a key player in an evolving global energy landscape.

STRATEGIC ALLOCATION OF STATE RESOURCES FOR CLEAN ENERGY INVESTMENTS

Strategically Allocate State Resources for Clean Energy Investments

Maximize Alaska’s share of clean energy investments through targeted state support and match funding. Now is the time for the state to commit to clean energy investments that will affordably create a sustainable, in-state energy system.

*According to polling conducted by Dittman Research, May 2023

Why it matters

Founder & CEO, 60Hertz Energy
Anchorage, Alaska
Piper Foster Wilder

Building a clean energy maintenance software business here in Alaska has given me a first-hand view of the incredible opportunity renewable energy gives Alaskans to grow our economy and create new jobs. Alaska already has among the longest operating experience and the highest per capita penetration of Battery Energy Storage Systems in the country and more renewable microgrids than anywhere else; this has created a unique knowledge base of high-value talent. If we can scale this by building out even a fraction of our renewable energy potential, there will be opportunities up and down the value chain to leverage this knowledge into high-paid consulting and field tech jobs and to bring locally-made tools and systems to market, not just within Alaska, but nationally and internationally.

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