Areas included in draft offshore drilling plan:  Alaska’s Beaufort Sea (2), Chukchi Sea (2), Gulf of Alaska, Shumagin, Kodiak, Hope Basin, Norton Basin, Navarin Basin, St. George Basin, High Arctic, Aleutian Basin, Aleutian Arc, Bowers Basin, and St. Matthew-Hall Planning Areas (1 each) New offshore drilling plan opens almost all federal water off AlaskaLiz Ruskin, Alaska Public Media, November 20, … read more

“This ruling not only affirms the integrity of DNR’s work but also protects the rights of Alaska Native Corporations and provides certainty for future development.” Alaska Supreme Court upholds early permits for Donlin gold mine, loosens reins on developmentJames Brooks, Alaska Beacon, November 19, 2025 The decision has implications for mining and drilling projects on private and federal lands, experts … read more

New ‘Landman’ season gives oil, gas lobby a chance to promote itselfLana Ferguson, The Dallas, November 17, 2025 The API sees “a cultural moment, where people understand how important the oil and gas industry is.” As Taylor Sheridan’s wildly popular West Texas oil drama, Landman, returned Sunday for its second season, the American Petroleum Institute also premiered new content: three 30-second ads featuring real … read more