Spotify

New Alaska Energy Podcast: Closing the Gap

Just launched: "Closing the Gap," a new podcast hosted by Alaskan energy researcher Gwen Holdmann, takes listeners on a global tour of the cutting edge of energy resource diversification. From geothermal beaches in Iceland to solar-powered villages in the Arctic Circle, Holdmann shares stories of innovation and possibility. Listen for informed insight into the future of sustainable energy and the potential it holds for Alaska.
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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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Local First Media Group

DOE Awards $26.9M for hydro project in Angoon, Alaska

Kootznoowoo, Inc. received a $26.9 million grant from the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations for an 850 kW hydroelectric facility at Thayer Creek near Angoon, Alaska. The new facility will provide affordable, reliable power for the town's residents while replacing costly diesel fuel, reducing CO2 emissions.
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Anchorage Daily News

80% Renewables in Railbelt Electricity: Cost Analysis

A new NREL report analyzing the cost of adopting 80% renewables on the Railbelt suggests that increasing solar and wind energy would lead to cost savings compared to importing natural gas. The study concludes that aiming for a 75% renewable electricity contribution presents the most cost-effective option. However, to meet energy demands, existing hydro and fossil fuel generators will still be used when renewables are unavailable.
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Anchorage Daily News

Federal Grant to Bring Heat Pumps and Solar to Northwest Alaska

A federal grant totaling around $55 million is set to bring heat pumps and solar energy systems to villages in the Northwest Arctic Borough. Solar arrays and battery systems will be installed in villages owned by regional tribes, allowing them to sell power back to utilities. With the potential to offset 350,000 gallons of diesel fuel annually and save residents $2 million in electricity and heating costs, the project addresses the region's high energy expenses while fostering economic development opportunities.
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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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Energy.gov

DOE offers $200M funding to connect Alaskan Microgrids

The Department of Energy is making $200 million available for transmission projects in Alaska. This funding will help link remote microgrids to infrastructure, enhancing overall grid reliability and improving energy access.
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University of Alaska Fairbanks

Galena River energy project receives $9.5 million

The Galena River Energy Project, aims to explore using in-river turbines to generate electricity. With a $9.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, the project focuses on hydrokinetic technologies. If successful, it could provide a reliable and cost-effective alternative to diesel generators, with community involvement guiding decisions. The project also aims to address challenges in harnessing river energy, potentially serving as a model for other Alaskan communities.
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