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Biden reverses Trump’s effort to end environmental protections for 28 million acres of Alaska

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced today that federal protections against mining, oil and gas development on 28 million acres of federal land in Alaska will stay in place.

Bill mandating end to use of PFAS-containing firefighting foams becomes law in Alaska

The new law, in effect without the governor’s signature, requires a switch to PFAS-free foams by Jan. 1 and sets up a system to help rural villages get rid of them.

Boebert looks to replace Haaland at Interior Department if Trump wins

MILWAUKEE — If U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colorado) gets her way, she will be the next Interior Department secretary in another Donald Trump administration. “I think Lauren Boebert needs to be the secretary of the Interior. President Trump, I would...

Biden administration makes final decision rejecting Ambler Access Project in Alaska

A BLM record of decision made formal the rejection announced in April, and the agency also backs continued ban on development for 28 million acres.

EPA threatens to step in if Alaska does not update its water pollution limit

Does the average Alaskan eat more than a cracker’s worth of fish per day? The answer could have big implications.

Cloudy With A Chance Of Disaster

As climate change increases the likelihood of deadly landslides, cities like Juneau are stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Shell abandons North Slope oil leases, raising questions about the industry’s future in Alaska

As the world pivots toward lower-carbon energy sources in response to global warming, experts say some of the state’s hard-to-tap oil prospects are becoming less attractive.

Eight young Alaskans sue to block proposed trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline

The plaintiffs say the pipeline will contribute to climate change that harms their ability to access fish, wildlife and natural resources.

Biden administration advances bid to list Gulf of Alaska king salmon as endangered or threatened

Experts say that the conservation group’s request, if granted, could force restrictions not just on salmon fishermen but also on activity that affects river habitat, like road and residential construction.

Gov. Dunleavy examining energy bills passed by Alaska Legislature

The governor expressed optimism about a bill on carbon storage and other energy provisions but was pondering next steps on royalty relief bills that failed to pass.

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