Permits for US Energy Projects Are So Bad Unlikely Allies EmergeJosh Saul, Jennifer A. Dlouhy, Cailley LaPara, Bloomberg, June 7, 2023 The renewables and fossil fuel industries—and Democrats and Republicans in Washington—are uniting in their push to streamline the country’s thicket of regulations. In the US, the most elusive piece of any new energy project isn’t material such as copper … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways: Nuclear in space. Does bull market in oil rigs mean slower transition? The folks who have championed gas stoves versus induction stoves in the culture wars voted against Gas Stove Protection Act.   “Yawning” gap between copper mine profits and capital spending. New Alaska office director in DC.  NEWS OF THE DAY: If it works on Earth, why not in … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways: Saudi actions could affect AK’s finances.  Chevron view of renewables, lithium and COP28, Natural gas is king in electricity generation.   Mixed progress on Ambler road.  Senator Sullivan promoting AKLNG in Japan.  NEWS OF THE DAY: Saudi Arabia’s oil production cut could affect Alaska’s state financesJames Brooks, Alaska Beacon, June 7, 2023 Alaska’s state budget for the next … read more