Alaska Gets $125 Million for Five Rural Energy Projects
Five projects across Alaska were selected for a total of more than $125 million in investments aimed at lowering energy costs for working families.
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Feds Pump $9.5M into River Energy Research for Galena
A $9.5 million US Department of Energy grant pays for research into whether hydrokinetic turbines can provide electricity to the Yukon River village of Galena.
UAA Partners with LG Electronics to Create Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research
UAA and home appliance company LG Electronics have formed the Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research to drive market transformation through research on heat pump technology and electrification.
MEA Restructures Leadership Team to Address Challenges Ahead
Four executives in Matanuska Electric Association’s leadership team have new roles as the co-op confronts changes in gas supply, growing opportunities in clean energy, the need to build resilience, and evolving member needs.
Plan Approval Unlocks $11M for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Alaska obtained eligibility for an additional $11 million for electric vehicle charging stations throughout the state. Read to find out how.
Electricity for Later: Storage Technology Extends Grid Capabilities
Looking to stabilize and balance their electrical grids, Alaska’s Railbelt utilities are turning to gigantic storage batteries.