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Rick Halford speaks out against Pebble Mine

Former State Senate President Rick Halford explains his position on the proposed Pebble Mine project. Watch the video now.

Obama plan cuts emissions for future coal plants

The Obama administration effectively blocked the construction of any new coal-fired power plants this week, introducing rules to cut carbon dioxide emissions from the next generation of plants. Read more about the new proposed standards to move America from carbon-heavy plants.

A coalition of groups is working to gather comments in support of the plan. Join in by telling the EPA — Americans want carbon pollution protections!

Alaska offers free energy training

With a grant from AK Department of Labor, the Yukon River Inter-Tribal Watershed Council is holding 4 weeks of free trainings from Solar Energy International in Alaska. Schedule includes:

  • PV 101 – Grid-Tie Solar Electric Design and Installation (June 4-8)
  • PV 203 – Battery-Based Solar Electric Design and Installation (June 11-15)
  • Solar Thermal 101 – Solar Hot Water Design and Installation (June 25-29)
  • Wind Power 101 – Small Wind Power Design and Installation (July 16-20)

Learn more at www.yritwc.org.

Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples visits Alaska

James Anaya, Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, held a hearing in Anchorage and visited the Village of Chickaloon on a recent visit to the United States. His summary statement referenced his time here, specifically the impacts of extractive industries and regulations upon food security and overall way of life. Read his summary statement here.

Congratulations to Caroline Cannon – winner of the Goldman Prize

Caroline Cannon, an Inupiat from Point Hope, Alaska, population 700, is this year’s North American Goldman Prize winner. The 55-year-old grandmother of 26 won the environmental award for her part in a campaign to stop the oil-drilling rush in the Arctic. Read more about her story here.