Join policymakers, business and civic leaders, and industry experts from around the state, nation and world for this annual conference. Network and share information for creating a sustainable energy future for Alaska. Learn about the latest developments and projects, and be part of implementing an independent energy future for Alaska that meets the state’s long-term […]
The only conference of its kind in Alaska, Tourism and Mining: Opportunities and Costs for Bristol Bay, Alaska, will have wide-ranging impacts and initiate important industry discussions about the future of tourism in Bristol Bay. Brought to you by Alaska Wilderness Recreation and Tourism Association. For more information, contact Nelli Williams at nwilliams@tu.org or register […]
In her new work, Early Warming: Crisis and Response in the Climate-Changed North, Nancy Lord takes readers deep into Alaska and Canada where indigenous communities are facing the immediate effects of climate change. Order your copy of Early Warming, and listen to an interview with Nancy Lord on APRN’s “Talk of Alaska” program.
Chuitna River communities gathered in Tyonek this month to attend DNR’s second public hearing on the proposed Chuitna River coal strip mine. The testimony given was spoken from the heart — it was focused on culture, tradition, sustenance, family and the relationship with the land. One Tyonek elder summed up what is at stake with […]
Alaska lost a champion and a highly regarded poet and thinker when Fairbanksan John Haines passed away on March 2. Haines was the author of eighteen books of poems and essays, including his first and perhaps best-loved Winter News and the memoir The Stars, The Snow, The Fire. Over his lifetime he was the recipient […]
What do an Athabascan artist, a non-hunter appointed to the Alaska Board of Game, the teenage creator of a statewide energy campaign, and a National Geographic photographer have in common? A passion for Alaska — and a Conservation Achievement Award! If you know someone, like these past winners, who works tirelessly to protect Alaska’s magnificence, don’t […]
Join the Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) for a free teleconference discussion on mercury pollution in Alaska. Learn about local and global sources of mercury pollution in Alaska, health effects and global actions to reduce mercury exposure. Presenters include Dr. Kendra Zamzow, PhD, of the Center for Science in Public Participation, Dr. Alan H. Lockwood, […]
Join Alaskans working to protect Bristol Bay Fisheries at a free screening of the film “Red Gold” on Tuesday, February 22nd at 5:30-7:30 pm at the Blue Loon, 2999 Parks Highway in Fairbanks. Former Senate President Rick Halford and others will provide an update on recent work being done to protect the Bristol Bay watershed […]
ACF is pleased to announce new matching gifts program search functionality is available on its website. See if your employer has a matching gift program that contributes to conservation organizations and learn how you can double your impact in Alaska!
Alaska Forum on the Environment (Feb 7-11, 2011): This annual conference will offer a full comprehensive series of sessions on climate change, energy, environmental regulations, cleanup and remediation, fish & wildlife, solid waste, and special programs for Alaskan youth.
