One of Alaska’s flagship mines soon could draw energy from the sun
Red Dog is racing to displace costly diesel with solar power before federal tax credits expire.
BY Max GrahamMar 19, 2026
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A key player in moving Interior Alaska off fossil fuels? Multibillion-dollar mining corporations.
The mining industry’s global quest for cheaper, cleaner power could change how thousands of Alaskans get electricity.
BY Max GrahamApr 29, 2025
In Anchorage, a coal-inspired startup could help pave the path to wind and solar
Cache Energy has backing from energy company Halliburton and plans to test its technology in Kotzebue next year. It uses pellets derived from limestone to save wind and solar energy for periods when it’s dark or calm.
BY Nathaniel HerzSep 2, 2024