Alex DeMarban

The mayor’s statement led to a disagreement among city leaders, as Assembly member Daniel Volland raised fears that the risks outweigh the benefits.

Glenfarne is working on LNG export projects in Texas and Louisiana.

The lack of bids raises questions about the future of drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, after decades of debate. Some criticized the sale’s restrictions, saying they discouraged industry interest.

The state argues that restrictions imposed on the sale are designed to block oil and gas activity, violating a 2017 law.

In response, Alaska’s new U.S. representative, Nick Begich III, called Biden a “son of a bitch” on social media and incorrectly suggested the action applied to Cook Inlet.

Instead of a freeway connection, they are now considering proposals for a slower, smaller parkway.

It would be the second commercial facility of its kind in the Cook Inlet region.

Former Gov. Tony Knowles said Carter left an “incredibly unique” gift for the world when he signed landmark conservation legislation in Alaska.

Local content creators say a TikTok ban, something the U.S. Supreme Court is weighing, could hurt some Alaska businesses and remove a virtual cultural gathering place that brings people together.

The project being developed by ConocoPhillips is expected to produce 20,000 barrels of oil daily.

The changes will likely affect every employer in Alaska, according to an attorney assisting businesses with implementing the new law.

The ruling is a setback for Oil Search, which is developing the giant Pikka oil field. But the judge also issued a stay in the case, delaying any changes, at least for now.

But Enstar’s president warned of risks as some of the gas supply will depend on future drilling.

The sale will apply to 400,000 acres of the North Slope coastal plain. Both supporters and critics of drilling in the refuge have criticized the sale.

Construction wages rose the most, to $93,472, up 10% from $84,870 in 2022.