Today’s Key Takeaways:  Oil will lead AK in job growth this year.  Oil markets optimistic in New Year. Hilcorp plans gas storage facility in Cook Inlet to address shortages. Contango Ore breaks thru barriers for to build mines faster with smaller footprint.  Congressman Begich sworn in today. NEWS OF THE DAY: Construction and oil expected to lead job growth in … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways: Window closing for decisions on AK gas shortfall. New York establishes “punitive fee” on American energy. Western Alaska Minerals in the news. Final thoughts from Alaska’s outgoing congresswoman. NEWS OF THE DAY: Regulators, advocates warn of utility inaction as Alaska gas shortfall loomsNathaniel Herz, Northern Journal, December 24,  2024 State regulators and advocates say they’re growing increasingly … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:  Merry Christmas Alaska! OIL: ConocoPhillips Alaska’s Nuna Project Produces First OilAlaska Business, December 20, 2024 GAS: Can Trump Make Long-Delayed Alaska LNG a Reality?Michael Sultan, Energy Intelligence, December 20, 2024 MINING: Manh Choh’s First Year: 8 Million Miles of Gold – Alaska Business MagazineAlaska Business, December 20, 2024 Have a very Merry Christmas! AKHeadlamp will return on … read more