Michael Fanelli
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The 8.5 megawatt solar array is expected to power about 1,400 homes, and has already begun feeding energy into the Matanuska Energy Association grid. -
Women have been making inroads in the traditionally male-dominated industry, with female leaders apparently concentrated in Alaska. -
Heather’s Choice makes premium dehydrated meals for hikers or anyone on the go, and is continuing to grow its presence in the Lower 48. -
But the increase is small: "a whopping 0.3%," said Bill Popp, president and CEO of the Anchorage Economic Development Corp. -
TOTE Maritime Alaska is now powering its ships with natural gas, cutting carbon and other pollutantsThe company says it's the first in the world to convert a full fleet to run on the most environmentally friendly fuel available. -
The state Department of Environmental Conservation will test the drinking water in 193 Alaska Native villages starting this fall. -
A local official said cruise lines have a history of abrupt cancellations, so tourism companies should cater to more reliable Alaskan visitors. -
Alpine Fit was recently named women-owned business of the year - the owner credits the accolade to their contributions to domestic apparel manufacturing. -
Northern Pacific Airways plans to offer flights from Japan and Korea to the Lower 48 with a layover in Anchorage, starting next spring. -
The bill stalled in the legislature this year, but Chris Rose of REAP says it and a bill mandating increased clean energy use both have strong support from lawmakers.
