Today’s Key Takeaway:   Good for Alaska, Good for America! Donlin starts biggest drilling program in a decadeElwood Brehmer, Alaska Journal of Commerce, February 2, 2022 The leaders of Donlin Gold aren’t waiting for spring to get started on the largest drilling program in a decade at the world-scale Western Alaska gold prospect. A warm-up crew worked to clear the camp … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:  Global energy transition suffering due to lack of fossil fuel investment. Europe’s energy security requires a collective effort from many nations. Portugal plans to be Europe’s top supplier of lithium. Most voters think Biden is the worst President ever. EU labels nuclear and gas as sustainable. NEWS OF THE DAY: The Lack of Fossil Fuel Investment Is … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:  12 orphaned wells for Alaska to plug and remediate with $42 million from the feds. BLM accidentally posted a proposed increase in oil royalty rates – from 12.5% to 18.75%. The U.S. is becoming more reliant on mineral imports. Alaska legislators are cautious about relying on high oil prices. NEWS OF THE DAY: Orphan well programs take … read more