Opinion

Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: What importing gas could mean for you, the consumer

In their op-ed, Arthur Miller and Mark Wiggin of Chugach Electric Association argue that importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a necessary bridge fuel to ensure reliable and reasonably priced energy for the Alaska Railbelt communities amidst a looming natural gas shortage. They estimate a modest 10% increase in electric bills due to LNG imports and emphasize their commitment to reducing carbon intensity and diversifying energy sources, including renewable projects.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: Renewables are key to addressing AK’s gas shortfall

In his op-ed, Sam Dennis criticizes the Anchorage Daily News editorial board for dismissing the potential of renewable energy to mitigate the impending energy crisis in the Cook Inlet region. Dennis argues that renewable energy, particularly solar, can provide a cost-effective and rapidly deployable solution to reduce reliance on imported liquified natural gas, as demonstrated by successful initiatives in states like Texas.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: Delay and distraction endanger our energy future

Chugach Electric board members Mark Wiggin and Sam Cason warn against the dangers of procrastination and diversion in addressing Alaska's energy future, emphasizing the need to take urgent action to solve Southcentral Alaska’s gas supply issue. Addressing the crisis will take a multi-pronged approach, including conserving current gas supplies, boosting renewables, and upgrading energy infrastructure.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: Alaskans need a modern electric grid

Railbelt utility managers Arthur Miller, Tony Izzo, John Burns, and Brad Janorschke emphasize the necessity of modernizing Alaska’s Railbelt grid. Upgrading transmission infrastructure between regions will improve reliability, reduce consumer costs, and will help bring renewables online. The group stresses the importance of securing federal funding for these upgrades and thanks Alaska Legislators for their efforts to ensure Alaskans benefit from this opportunity.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: Diversify Alaska’s energy sources to power our economy

Alaska’s world-class clean energy resources can not only secure our energy independence but have the potential to drive new economic vitality. With significant federal funding currently available, New Energy Alaska is calling on policymakers, utility boards, and business leaders to seize this moment and work together to build a thriving clean energy sector.
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Peninsula Clarion

OPINION: Managing Cook Inlet Basin for the Benefit of All Alaska

Sen. Jesse Bjorkman discusses Senate Bill 254, which aims to cut royalties on Cook Inlet natural gas to ensure reliability and affordability for all Alaskans and reverse the Cook Inlet gas crisis. By reducing royalty rates for existing gas fields and waiving royalty rates for new gas fields, the bill aims to incentivize the development of known gas resources in the Cook Inlet basin.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: Renewable energy bills could help advance Alaska’s power future

Legislators in Alaska are considering various options to address the impending energy shortfall, including foreign imports, reduced royalties, and new pipelines. A top priority should be a suite of renewable energy bills, such as SB101 and HB121, which propose increasing the percentage of electricity generated from renewable sources by Railbelt utilities and initiatives like community solar and annual net metering.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: It’s time to invest in Alaska’s energy future

The state must rapidly shift toward renewable energy solutions to address climate change impacts and ensure a sustainable future through already-proposed initiatives like a green bank and a renewable portfolio standard for Railbelt utilities.
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Anchorage Daily News

OPINION: New year brings energy opportunity for Alaska

Amid a natural gas supply crisis, there are currently unprecedented opportunities for sustainable energy development in Alaska in 2024. Renewable energy projects and infrastructure improvements can bring long-term economic growth and environmental benefits for the state.
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Anchorage Daily News

Letter: Energy investment

The Alaska Energy Authority's $206 million Department of Energy grant, funded by the bipartisan infrastructure bill, is a crucial step for the state's energy infrastructure and is a testament to state leaders working together to secure sizable investments for Alaska.
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