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Renewable energy credits, known as RECs, are much like carbon credits. But, once sold, the utility that generates the re...
09/13/2025

Renewable energy credits, known as RECs, are much like carbon credits.

But, once sold, the utility that generates the renewable power — in this case Alaska Electric Light & Power — can no longer claim it produces entirely renewable energy.

If AIDEA is allowed to sell renewable energy credits from Snettisham Hydroelectric Project, Juneau businesses and nonprofits say they could take a financial hit.

Picking s’ikshaldéen, also known as Hudson Bay tea, gives local Lingít language immersion students a hands-on lesson.
09/13/2025

Picking s’ikshaldéen, also known as Hudson Bay tea, gives local Lingít language immersion students a hands-on lesson.

Tlingit, Culture, Language and Literacy students kick off each school year with a tea-picking field trip that connects them to each other and the greater community.

City staff said the potential environmental and human health impacts of the overflow are expected to be minimal to none....
09/12/2025

City staff said the potential environmental and human health impacts of the overflow are expected to be minimal to none. Samples of the water appeared to be very dilute.

The production and treatment manager at the city's wastewater utility says he expects the potential environmental and human health impacts of the overflow to be minimal to none.

In a state where people contend with earthquakes, floods, wildfires and erupting volcanoes, it may be difficult to add a...
09/12/2025

In a state where people contend with earthquakes, floods, wildfires and erupting volcanoes, it may be difficult to add another type of natural disaster to the public’s list of worries.

(From Alaska Beacon)

Scientists with government agencies and academia depend on each other and the public to help keep track of risky spots. Federal funding may be at risk, though.

There are currently about 100 cats within Juneau Animal Rescue’s system, in foster care and the shelter itself. JAR hits...
09/12/2025

There are currently about 100 cats within Juneau Animal Rescue’s system, in foster care and the shelter itself. JAR hits capacity yearly, and it's currently fundraising for a new building.

The number of unaltered cats in Juneau is growing faster and faster, and the local animal shelter is struggling to keep up.

The district is hoping to keep program costs down by encouraging families to apply for free and reduced lunch.
09/12/2025

The district is hoping to keep program costs down by encouraging families to apply for free and reduced lunch.

The Juneau School District Board of Education approved $230,000 to bring back the program for this school year.

An Anchorage Superior Court judge’s ruling has cleared the way for the state of Alaska to repeal its “80th Percentile Ru...
09/11/2025

An Anchorage Superior Court judge’s ruling has cleared the way for the state of Alaska to repeal its “80th Percentile Rule,” enacted by the state in 2004 as part of an attempt to reduce health care costs in the state.

(From Alaska Beacon)

The Dunleavy administration repealed the rule in 2024, saying it was counterproductive and argued it contributed to higher health care costs. Medical providers say that isn’t true.

If elected, Shower would be responsible for administering state election laws and appointing the director of the Divisio...
09/11/2025

If elected, Shower would be responsible for administering state election laws and appointing the director of the Division of Elections.

(From Alaska Public Media)

If elected, Shower, a conservative who has focused some of his legislative effort on election security, would administer state election laws and appoint the head of the Division of Elections.

AML stopped shipping electric vehicles to Alaska at the beginning of September due to the fire risk posed by lithium ion...
09/11/2025

AML stopped shipping electric vehicles to Alaska at the beginning of September due to the fire risk posed by lithium ion batteries. This came after two other major shipping companies Matson and Tote Maritime suspended their EV shipments to the state for the same reason.

Due to fire concerns over lithium ion batteries, major shipping companies have stopped shipping EVs to Alaska.

Did you know you can order KTOO merch for the public media nerd in your life whenever you like? Check out our store for ...
09/11/2025

Did you know you can order KTOO merch for the public media nerd in your life whenever you like? Check out our store for designs by local artists!

Celebrate 50 years with KTOO with just a small selection of our favorite artwork from over the years.

The union asked the court to void the district’s lease with Auke Lake Preschool and to require the district to continue ...
09/11/2025

The union asked the court to void the district’s lease with Auke Lake Preschool and to require the district to continue running RALLY until it completes the formal investigation process.

Juneau Education Support Staff filed a lawsuit Monday claiming the district did not follow the steps needed to shut down the after school program and have a private provider take over.

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