AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAlaska LNG: Lawmakers in Alaska’s special session are weighing a new tax structure for the Alaska LNG megaproject after Glenfarne updated cost estimates to as much as $55B, with debate focused on how to protect ratepayers and what “lowest cost of gas” should mean. Arctic Oil & Gas: The latest ANWR lease sale drew limited interest—HEX Energy and AIDEA were the main bidders—highlighting how major oil firms remain cautious even as the Trump administration pushes Arctic drilling. Aviation Fuel Shock: Alaska Air Group said it may reinstate financial guidance if jet fuel prices stabilize, after volatility forced it to pull its outlook; higher fares and resilient demand are expected to cushion the hit. Southeast Fisheries: Circle Seafoods is gearing up for its third season buying salmon at Metlakatla’s Annette Island Packing Company, aiming to keep more than 100 jobs and recruit additional seine boats. Community & Public Works: Fairbanks is continuing Veterans Memorial Park renovations, with a July completion expected and a new pavilion, paths, and landscaping. Energy & Industry Policy: The House passed the Alaska Native artists’ walrus ivory protection bill (ARTIST Act), clearing the way for the president’s desk. Environment Watch: A new report warns permafrost thaw is being normalized by Yukon tourism operators even as it quietly destabilizes roads and heritage sites.
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