The Political Voice for the Environment
My Turn: Alaskans Stand to Benefit from Stimulus Funds
April 13, 2009 - Kate Troll's My Turn in the Juneau Empire drives home the point that there are no burdensome requirements in the Federal Stimulus Bill that would preclude acceptance of these much needed energy funds.
Energy advocates question Palin’s rejection of federal funds
April 06, 2009 - Renewable energy advocates are baffled by the governor's decision not to accept about $55 million in federal stimulus funds for energy.
Conservation Groups Walking the Talk on Energy
March 05, 2009 - Alaska's largest conservation coalition is now on record supporting a hydro project and a gasline routing option through Denali National Park.
Preparing for a Flood of Energy Efficiency Spending
March 01, 2009 - This New York Times article points out the approaching "tsunami of stimulus money earmarked" for energy efficiency upgrades. This is good news for Alaska as we debate several different energy efficiency bills in Juneau - HB148, SB119 and SB 121. However, it also offers a word of caution for those states, Alaska is among them, who have not yet begun the daunting task of inventorying their buildings.
Alaska can lead in clean energy
February 27, 2009 - Read the Letter to the Editor of the Anchorage Daily News by Kate Troll highlighting how Alaska can lead the nation in the production of clean and renewable energy.
Alaska Is A Frontier for Green Power
February 19, 2009 - New York Times article about renewable energy potential in Alaska
Bill details tax credits for renewable energy
February 17, 2009 - ACV's Sue Ely is quoted in a story about SB31, a bill promoting an alternative energy tax credit
My Turn: Defining Alaska as a clean energy state
January 28, 2009 - Kate Troll, Executive Director of ACV, was featured in the Juneau Empire
Governor Palin Pledges 50% Renewable Energy by 2025
January 28, 2009 - Governor Palin's Press Conference announcing her 50% renewable energy by 2025 goal
