Congressman Nick Begich said today that the protests against Alaska’s resource sector are “nothing more than a fundraising attempt by Democrats and their hard-left allies. They use Alaska as a political football.” Appearing on the David Webb Show on Fox Business, he reminded American viewers that Alaska has the critical minerals, oil, and gas that America needs, and that we need to stop sending the message to China that America is weak.
Begich has been a vocal advocate for expanding domestic energy production, including both conventional and renewable sources, and has consistently emphasized Alaska’s strategic role in reducing reliance on foreign imports, particularly from adversarial nations.
Although not at the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference in Anchorage this week due to prior travel commitments, Begich spoke to the same general theme of the conference: Alaska has what America needs. Begich was in Asia earlier this week making the case for Alaska natural gas, and returned to the Capitol where he was working on Tuesday when he joined the David Webb Show.
The Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference continues on Wednesday and Thursday with panels scheduled on hydrogen, carbon capture, critical mineral supply chains, and oil and gas infrastructure.
The Bernadette for Governor campaign announced this week a major boost in national firepower, with two seasoned strategists from the highest levels of Republican politics joining her team: Brad Herold and Ben Yoho.
Herold and Yoho bring with them a proven record of national success working on some of the most competitive and successful Republican campaigns in the country. Their partnership signals a serious elevation in strategy and execution for Wilson’s gubernatorial effort, giving it one of the most professional, battle-tested operations in Alaska political history.
“This level of national talent gives Bernadette a top tier team in Alaska politics,” said Wilson’s general consultant Paul Smith, who is fresh from the Nick Begich for Congress winning campaign. “Brad and Ben see what Alaskans see — this is a big race with a lot at stake both at the state and national level, and Bernadette is a bold, authentic conservative leader who can win and bring real results.”
Brad Herold, partner at the nationally recognized firm Something Else Strategies, brings over a decade of experience running top-tier Republican campaigns, including Gov. DeSantis’ upset 2018 victory and President Trump’s 2016 ground game in Florida. Herold has built a reputation for disciplined, creative, and effective campaign media—helping elect a slate of governors, senators, and conservative champions.
Herold’s firm has led media efforts for:
• Gov. Brian Kemp (GA)
• Gov. Kim Reynolds (IA)
• Gov. Kay Ivey (AL)
• Sen. Marco Rubio (FL)
• Sen. Marsha Blackburn (TN)
• Sen. Mike Lee (UT)
• More than a dozen other successful statewide campaigns along with IE efforts for the Republican Governors Association, National Republican Senatorial Committee, and the National Republican Congressional Committee
Ben Yoho, Chairman and CEO of The Strategy Group Company, provides media and strategy for some of the biggest names in Republican politics, including President Trump’s Super PAC MAGA Inc. in the 2024 cycle. A former presidential campaign CEO and seasoned political tactician, Yoho brings deep experience in message delivery, targeting, and maximizing media impact. His expertise in the state will ensure the Wilson campaign’s winning message effectively reaches Alaskans across the state.
His recent wins include:
• President Trump’s MAGA Inc.
• Rep. Nick Begich (AK)
• Sen. Bernie Moreno (OH)
• Sen. Jim Banks (IN)
• Rep. Abraham Hamadeh (AZ)
Bernadette Wilson, business owner of Denali Disposal and Republican candidate for governor who declared her candidacy in May, said, “I’m energized and ready to put Brad and Ben to work on our campaign. Their winning track record speaks for itself. With their help, we’re going to take our message of freedom, energy independence, and accountable government to every corner of Alaska.”
Brad Herold, partner, Something Else Strategies, said, “Bernadette is a strong conservative with a backbone. That’s exactly what Alaska, and the country, needs more of and she is exactly the kind of candidate we back. I’m proud to help her win this race and shake things up in Juneau.”
Ben Yoho, chairman and CEO, The Strategy Group Company, said, “Alaska is the last frontier of freedom and opportunity, and Bernadette Wilson is a fighter ready to defend both. We’re all in and look forward to electing her as the next Republican Governor of Alaska.”
A small group of protesters gathered Tuesday outside the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage during the opening day of the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, holding a large banner that read: “Alaska Is Not for Sale.” A smaller banner said, “Defend the Sacred.”
The 30-some-odd demonstrators were notably absent from previous years, when Gov. Mike Dunleavy hosted the first three iterations of the conference during the Biden Administration. At that time, Alaska’s development potential was hamstrung by Biden policy and misinterpreted federal regulations, and economic momentum remained stagnant except for government growth. Perhaps the protesters didn’t think anything was going to happen to improve Alaska’s future, so they skipped the conferences.
But this year, with a new administration led by President Donald Trump in Washington and what many in Alaska describe as a renewed opportunity to chart their own energy future, the tone inside the conference hall was far different than outside it.
More than 1,000 attendees, including state and federal officials, private sector leaders, tribal representatives, and international investors, convened to discuss how Alaska can responsibly develop its vast natural resources, including oil, natural gas, critical minerals, and renewable energy. The protesters want none of it, and appeared especially irked that the natural gas pipeline might become a reality.
Attending the conference are many members of the Trump Administration, including Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, along with their staff. Also prominent has been Sen. Dan Sullivan.
While the protesters shouted about the commercialization of Alaska’s natural assets, conference speakers inside focused on building a sustainable and diversified energy economy that benefits Alaskans and strengthens national security.
Gov. Dunleavy, who has been a consistent advocate for unlocking the state’s resource potential, has described the conference as a platform to attract investment and highlight Alaska’s role in powering the nation.
“Nobody is talking about selling off Alaska,” said one conference attendee. “We’re talking about standing it up, on its own feet, for its own future.”
Despite their small numbers, the protestors drew attention from local media, whose reporters and camera operators nearly outnumbered them.
The conference runs through Thursday and includes panel discussions on LNG, critical minerals, energy infrastructure, permitting reform, and tribal energy partnerships.
It’s the announcement so many have been anticipating: Glenfarne Alaska LNG, LLC, a subsidiary of Glenfarne Group, LLC and the majority owner and lead developer of the Alaska LNG project, announced today the completion of the first round of its strategic partner selection process.
The milestone comes with significant international momentum: more than 50 companies from the United States, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, India, and the European Union have formally expressed interest. The total of expressed inters is over $115 billion in potential contract value.
The expressed interest covers a wide range of partnerships, including equipment and material supply, investment agreements, service contracts, and LNG purchase commitments, highlighting a surge in global confidence in the project’s commercial viability and strategic importance.
The announcement came as over 1,000 industry and government leaders are gathered in Anchorage for Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s Strategic Energy Conference.
“The many expressions of interest received reinforce that the market recognizes Alaska LNG’s advantaged economics, fully permitted status, and powerful federal, state, and local support,” said Brendan Duval, CEO and Founder of Glenfarne. “The reality is being understood that the energy crisis in Southcentral Alaska can only be solved, in the long term, by the domestic portion of the pipeline, which is independently financially viable. We look forward to selecting our strategic partners and driving the project forward together.”
The Alaska LNG project is a joint venture with the State of Alaska’s Alaska Gasline Development Corporation. It features an 807-mile, 42-inch natural gas pipeline stretching from the North Slope to Southcentral Alaska. Designed to meet both in-state demand and international export needs, the project includes a 20 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) LNG export facility in Nikiski.
Glenfarne has structured the project into two financially independent phases. Phase One will construct the pipeline from the North Slope to the Anchorage region—approximately 765 miles—bringing much-needed supply to Southcentral Alaska’s strained energy market. Phase Two will add compression facilities and a 42-mile pipeline extension beneath Cook Inlet, linking to the Nikiski export terminal.
Glenfarne anticipates reaching a final investment decision (FID) on the domestic portion of the pipeline in late Q4 2025. To support that timeline, the company recently entered into a partnership with Worley to complete final engineering for the pipeline.
Glenfarne’s experience in LNG markets bolsters confidence in the Alaska project. Its Texas LNG project, also under Glenfarne ownership, has fully committed its export capacity and expects to reach FID later this year. The company also owns Magnolia LNG in Louisiana and is the largest LNG importer into Colombia. In total, Glenfarne’s LNG portfolio represents 32.8 MTPA of permitted export capacity.
Headquartered in New York and Houston, Glenfarne Group operates more than 50 energy infrastructure assets across five countries through its Global LNG Solutions, Grid Stability, and Renewables businesses.
It is a historic day for Alaska’s resource development sector: Graphite One Inc.’s Graphite Creek Project has been officially added to the Federal Permitting Dashboard of the White House’s Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (FPISC), making it the first critical mineral project in Alaska to receive this designation.
The inclusion under the FAST-41 program signals national priority status for the company’s ambitious plan to develop the largest known graphite deposit in the United States, located about 60 kilometers north of Nome.
Graphite, an essential component in lithium-ion batteries and critical technologies including energy storage, defense systems, and artificial intelligence infrastructure, is currently not produced in the US at scale.
The FPISC dashboard, hosted on Performance.gov, tracks high-impact infrastructure projects that require federal permitting and environmental review. Projects listed under the FAST-41 (Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act, Title 41) designation benefit from a more efficient, coordinated federal permitting process. Inclusion signals that the U.S. government considers the project vital to economic growth, energy independence, and national security.
For Graphite One, this means:
Streamlined Permitting: A defined, transparent permitting timeline aimed at reducing red tape and agency delays.
National Priority Status: Public affirmation of the project’s strategic importance in reducing reliance on foreign sources of graphite—especially China, which dominates global supply.
Increased Investment Confidence: Enhanced visibility for investors and stakeholders, on top of the $37.3 million already secured from the Department of Defense under the Defense Production Act.
“This marks a major milestone not just for Graphite One, but for Alaska and America’s critical mineral strategy,” said Graphite One CEO Anthony Huston in a company statement. “As the largest natural graphite deposit in the nation, adding Graphite Creek to the FAST-41 permitting dashboard sends a strong signal that Alaska is key to US critical mineral development.”
The decision to list the Graphite Creek Project comes at a time when Alaska is increasingly viewed as a linchpin in America’s critical mineral strategy.
Under Gov. Mike Dunleavy, the state has pushed aggressively to unlock its vast mineral and energy resources, including support for the $44 billion Alaska LNG pipeline and new mining ventures.
The Graphite Creek Project alone holds an estimated 71.2 million tons grading 5.2% graphitic carbon, based on a feasibility study completed in May. That is three times the output projected in 2022.
The Trump administration has prioritized critical mineral production under several executive orders aimed at bolstering national defense and energy infrastructure. Graphite One’s project fits squarely into that agenda, offering domestic production of a material essential to electric vehicle batteries, renewable energy grid storage, aerospace and defense systems, AI hardware, and high-performance computing.
The company aims to begin production by 2028, pending environmental and permitting reviews.
Alaska is home to some of the most valuable energy and mineral resources in the world—resources vital not only to the state’s economy but to America’s energy independence and national security.
Yet for years, Washington bureaucrats treated Alaska like a nature preserve, ignoring the people who live here and the enormous value our land can responsibly provide. Now, under President Donald Trump’s leadership, and aided by Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, that tide is turning.
No where is this more evident than what Alaska witnessed this week. For the first time anyone can remember, three cabinet secretaries made the journey here at the invitation of the governor to give Alaska the attention its long-deserved.
The Trump administration has reasserted Alaska’s right to responsibly develop its resources, replacing federal stonewalling with a bold, America-first energy agenda. In stark contrast, the Biden administration spent four years systematically locking up our lands, kneecapping energy producers, and undermining the very projects that could strengthen the U.S. economy and global standing.
Alaska’s abundance ignored by Biden, embraced by Trump
Let’s look at the numbers: Alaska holds an estimated 8.7 billion barrels of oil in the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska (NPR-A), and Prudhoe Bay remains the largest producing oil field in North America with ANWR potentially rivaling those reserves. On the critical minerals front, Alaska has over 70 known rare earth element occurrences, plus significant deposits of cobalt, graphite, and lithium—minerals vital for clean tech and national defense.
These aren’t theoretical advantages. These are strategic assets—and under Biden, they were being buried under red tape.
In 2023, the Biden administration canceled seven legally issued oil and gas leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The Biden Department of the Interior then went further—imposing new rules that effectively shut down over 13 million acres of the NPR-A, decimating potential production zones and stalling job creation in rural Alaska.
“Biden’s latest fiat to lock up half the reserve, without congressional approval, jeopardizes America’s energy security,” responded Gov. Dunleavy.
Meanwhile, Biden’s so-called climate agenda blocked the very minerals he claimed to need for his “green” energy transition. Projects like the Ambler Access Road and Graphite One, which could help supply domestic battery production, were stalled or undermined by his federal agencies leaving us all more dependent on Chinese supply chains.
Trump’s America-first approach brings relief and resolve
The return of President Trump has brought a dramatic course correction. Just this week, his administration announced the repeal of Biden’s restrictions on drilling in the NPR-A, restoring access to vast tracts of oil-rich federal land.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum correctly pointed out, “The NPR-A was set aside by Congress for energy production. We are simply restoring the legal balance intended by our laws.”
At this year’s Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, Energy Secretary Chris Wright reinforced that message: “Alaska’s unique position allows it to lead in both fossil fuel production and renewable energy innovation. Washington should get out of the way.”
Gov. Dunleavy, who hosted the conference in Anchorage, made it clear: Responsible resource development is not only possible, it is essential. Alaska can be a global leader in energy, but only if the federal government treats the state as a partner, not a problem.
Real consequences, real Lives
This isn’t just policy, it’s people’s lives. Alaska’s economy depends on responsible development. Federal restrictions mean fewer jobs, lower revenue, and more outmigration. They also erode national energy security at a time when geopolitical instability makes energy independence more critical than ever.
Under Biden, Alaska was pushed to the sidelines. Under Trump, Alaska is back in the game.
Alaska’s future must be built on opportunity, not obstruction. The Trump administration is empowering Alaska to unlock its vast resources and reclaim its role in powering America. In contrast, the Biden administration left a legacy of missed opportunity, misguided priorities, and economic harm.
It’s time to stop treating Alaska like a political bargaining chip and start treating it like the energy powerhouse it is. With the right leadership, like that of Gov. Mike Dunleavy and President Donald Trump, Alaska can drive America’s energy resurgence and secure its place at the center of the nation’s future.
Brett Huber represents Power the Future in Alaska,a national nonprofit organization that advocates for American energy jobs.
File this one under “Elections Have Consequences.”
The back-to-back visits of two Interior Secretaries to Alaska — Deb Haaland in July 2024 and Doug Burgum in June 2025 — highlight a stark contrast in how the federal government can shape Alaska’s future.
One visit emphasized conservation and poverty-guaranteeing subsistence. The other pointed the state toward economic growth, jobs, and development of its abundant natural resources.
During her 2024 visit, then–Interior Secretary Haaland championed the Biden administration’s “Investing in America” agenda. In a series of stops, including Katmai National Park, she emphasized climate action, salmon habitat restoration, and tribal co-management initiatives.
One signature Haaland announcement included $40 million for the “Gravel to Gravel” initiative, supporting Indigenous-led salmon conservation efforts. Well received by environmental groups, Haaland’s approach continued the Biden administration’s pattern of restricting and at times destroying resource development. That included limiting oil and gas activity in the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska, and blocking oil lease sales in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, both of which Alaskans view as critical to the state’s economic future.
A particularly controversial decision came a year earlier in 2023 when Haaland reversed a Trump-era 2019 land exchange agreement that would have allowed for construction of a road connecting the remote village of King Cove to Cold Bay’s airport.
That access is considered vital for emergency medical evacuations in a region where weather can make transport life-or-death. Haaland’s rejection of the road, citing potential harm to eelgrass beds in the Izembek Wildlife Refuge, sparked sharp criticism. As one headline from Must Read Alaska put it: “Will Interior Secretary Haaland See More Than Ducks and Eel Grass at King Cove?”
During the Biden era, when pro-development Native leaders from the North Slope traveled to Washington to meet with her, Haaland refused. Not once, but at least eight times.
Her decisions to ensure impoverished subsistence living, effectively constrained new economic activity and reinforced patterns of rural poverty and government dependence across Alaska.
By contrast, Secretary Doug Burgum’s 2025 visit marks a turning point. Representing the Trump Administration’s emphasis on “energy dominance,” Burgum made clear that the Department of the Interior would pursue a more aggressive development posture in Alaska.
On the North Slope, Burgum announced plans to rescind Biden-era restrictions and reopen up to 82% of the NPR-A and the 1002 coastal plain area of ANWR to oil and gas leasing. He also voiced strong federal support for the Alaska LNG pipeline and the proposed Ambler Road, major projects seen as economic lifelines for Alaskans.
Secretary Burgum Joins Fellow Cabinet Members and Other Leaders at Trans-Alaska Pipeline Pump Station 1 in Alaska https://t.co/z78i3HGUW2
— US Department of the Interior (@Interior) June 2, 2025
Where Haaland’s policies focused on locking up land and limiting access, Burgum’s approach prioritizes growth, infrastructure, and job creation. His message to Alaskans is simple: The era of Washington blocking Alaska’s potential is over.
The contrast between administrations is clear: Haaland’s vision left many rural communities with no path to economic independence.
Burgum’s vision, now in motion, aims to unleash Alaska’s vast natural resources and restore the state’s ability to generate wealth, opportunity, and energy security.
June 3, 8:30 am update: The Alaska Highway portion closed by fire has reopened to one-lane traffic. Expect delays and possible further closures.
A fast-moving wildfire near Summit Lake, approximately 58 miles west of Fort Nelson, has led to travel disruptions along the Alaska Highway and forced evacuation alerts for parts of northern British Columbia.
The blaze, designated G90413 by the BC Wildfire Service, has now grown to an estimated 2,158 acres and remains classified as burning out of control.
First discovered on May 28, the wildfire is thought to have been caused by human activity.
Drought conditions, dry weather, and strong winds intensified fire behavior overnight between June 1 and 2, causing the flames to surge southeast toward the Alaska Highway. The corridor is a vital lifeline for communities and tourists traveling between British Columbia, the Yukon, and Alaska.
In response to the advancing fire, the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality issued an evacuation alert for the Tetsa River area. The alert applies specifically to properties along the Alaska Highway between the Steamboat Mountain brake check (mile 333, km 536) and the coordinates 58°42’2.23″N, 124°39’43.41″W to 58°38’16.21″N, 124°39’40.50″W. Residents in the zone have been urged to be ready to leave on short notice.
As of Monday evening, the Alaska Highway remains closed between the Highway 77 junction and Toad River, with no detour routes available. This closure is particularly disruptive for travelers en route to or from Alaska, many of whom rely on this stretch as the only road connection. Toad River is about eight driving hours southeast of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory.
Public Services and Procurement Canada temporarily reopened a small portion of Highway 97 between kilometer markers 580 and 589 to single-lane alternating traffic as of 9:25 pm Alaska time on Monday. However, delays are expected, and officials stress that the situation remains fluid. Motorists are being advised to monitor DriveBC for real-time road conditions and follow posted signage.
Local businesses, such as the Triple G Hideaway RV Park in Fort Nelson, have stepped up to support stranded travelers with accommodations and services as they await road access. Campgrounds, fuel stops, and visitor centers in the area are also seeing an uptick in demand due to the highway closure.
The Summit Lake fire is one of 70 active wildfires currently burning across British Columbia, with more than half considered out of control, the BC Wildfire Service said. The service has deployed an incident management team to oversee operations in the Summit Lake area.
Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Fort Nelson, Muncho Lake Provincial Park, and Stone Mountain Park. Residents and visitors in these regions should be prepared for reduced visibility and potential health effects due to wildfire smoke.
Travelers headed to or from Alaska through northern British Columbia should:
Monitor DriveBC for the latest road closures and traffic updates.
Plan for delays and potential overnight stays in Fort Nelson or surrounding communities.
Be prepared for poor air quality and limited services along the Alaska Highway corridor.
Officials have not yet projected when full highway access will be restored. DriveBC and EmergencyInfoBC will issue another update at 8 am, Mountain time.
Alaska’s congressional delegation is celebrating the Department of the Interior’s decision to begin rescinding a Biden 2024 rule that restricts oil and gas development in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska.The announcement, made by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum during a town hall in Utqiagvik on Sunday evening, was met with widespread applause from North Slope residents, and strong endorsements from US Sen. Dan Sullivan, Sen. Lisa Murkowski, and Congressman Nick Begich.
Sen. Sullivan, who attended the town hall, emphasized that the Biden-era rule had ignored the voices of Alaskans and undermined the well-being of the North Slope’s Iñupiat communities.
“The announcement was roundly met with cheers from Alaskans of the North Slope, who understand better than anyone the proper balance between responsible oil production and the subsistence way of life they cherish,” Sullivan said.
Sullivan noted that responsible resource development in the NPR-A has helped bring essential services and infrastructure to remote villages.
“Responsible resource development has transformed the lives of the Iñupiat people, supporting the construction of clinics, gymnasiums, water infrastructure — basic amenities most Americans take for granted,” he said. “Thank you, Secretary Burgum, for respecting the voices of Alaskans, for standing up for the self-determination of the Iñupiat people, and for sharing this important announcement among the people who will most benefit from it.”
Congressman Begich echoed Sullivan’s praise, framing the decision as a win for Alaska’s right to shape its energy future and for Americans who support energy independence. “This decision is a major victory for Alaska and for every American who believes in energy independence and the rule of law,” Begich said.
He sharply criticized the 2024 NPR-A rule, saying it had been imposed without serious consultation with local communities and in violation of federal law.
“The 2024 restrictions in the NPR-A were imposed with no serious consideration provided to those who work and live in the region and in clear violation of the law — hindering Alaska’s right to responsibly develop our resources,” he said. “There is no question that the road to American prosperity begins in Alaska with our abundance of critical resources, and I am grateful to President Trump and Secretary Burgum for their leadership in restoring our right to shape Alaska’s energy future.”
Secretary Burgum Joins Fellow Cabinet Members and Other Leaders at Trans-Alaska Pipeline Pump Station 1 in Alaska https://t.co/z78i3HGUW2
— US Department of the Interior (@Interior) June 2, 2025
Murkowski thanked Secretary Burgum for listening to Alaskans and recognizing the explicit legal purpose of the petroleum reserve.
“This is a victory not only for those who support responsible development, but also those who believe in the rule of law. The 2024 management rule clearly violated the law, establishing restrictions and a presumption against development as part of the last administration’s effort to turn the North Slope into one giant tract of federal wilderness. Repealing the rule will not weaken our world-class environmental standards, but it will enable Alaska to produce more energy as Congress intended. The result will be good jobs for Alaskans, more affordable energy for America, and significant new revenues for government,” she said.
The Department of the Interior stated that a legal and policy review found the 2024 rule “exceeds [the Bureau of Land Management’s] statutory authority under the Naval Petroleum Reserves Production Act of 1976,” and “conflicts with the Act’s purpose.” The rule, finalized during the Biden Administration, had prevented lease sales and added new regulatory barriers to development across the 23-million-acre reserve.
Drill, Baby, Drill!
The Alaska LNG pipeline is a resource rich pipeline, held back by the previous administration, with the potential to QUADRUPLE its oil producing capacity! This administration under @POTUS is unleashing these vital resources and securing American Energy… pic.twitter.com/MMMk5aRQtr
— Secretary Doug Burgum (@SecretaryBurgum) June 2, 2025
Rescinding the rule will return management of the NPR-A to the regulatory framework that existed before May 2024. These previous rules allowed for responsible development while preserving wildlife and subsistence values through the Integrated Activity Plan process.
“Today another sanction on Alaska was lifted by the Trump Administration. This is great news for state’s economy and the nation’s energy supply,” said Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
Environmentalists were dismayed: “It’s hard to overstate the havoc this could wreak on the Western Arctic’s undisturbed habitat for caribou, polars bears and belugas,” said Marlee Goska, Alaska attorney at the Center for Biological Diversity. “Trump’s fixation on plundering Alaska’s ecosystems for short-term gain is matched only by the stupidity of turning this precious place into a fossil fuel extraction site. Alaska’s vast expanses of wild lands are a big part of what makes our state so special, and we’ll do everything possible to protect these places.”
Brett Huber of Power the Future Alaska disputed that characterization.
“The usual chorus of overfunded environmental extremists will scream that the sky is falling, but this rollback simply restores the balance Congress intended,” Huber said. “It reopens the door to responsible, previously permitted development — development that protects sensitive lands and sustains the subsistence lifestyle of North Slope communities. This isn’t reckless expansion; it’s common-sense governance grounded in law and local reality. Power The Future considers this sound a timely action great news for energy workers, Alaska, and the nation.”
