Renewable Energy in Alaska

A Renewable Energy Future

At Alaska Center for the Environment (ACE), we believe that renewable energy is an important part of Alaska's future.  In 2008, ACE members helped pass HB 152 to establish the Renewable Energy Grant Fund, which will help push us to that renewable energy future.  We also worked to support the Fire Island Wind Farm, a 54 MW project with 36 wind turbines to be located on Fire Island, three miles off the coast of Anchorage, that is slated to be completed in 2011.

50% Renewable Energy by 2025

In adopting the landmark Alaska Sustainable Energy Act, the State of Alaska has committed to obtaining 50% of its electrical energy from renewable energy resources by 2025.  With a wealth of wind, geothermal, tidal, wave, biomass, solar, hydrokinetic, and potential traditional hydroelectric sites, Alaska is well poised to be a leader in transforming our fossil fuel dependent economy to a cleaner renewable energy future.

Finding the Best Solutions for our Energy Needs

Even renewable energy projects can have considerable adverse impacts to wildlife and habitat in sensitive areas.  ACE is currently assessing proposed renewable energy projects to evaluate their potential environmental impacts.  ACE is committed to supporting renewable energy projects that produce the least amount of environmental harm and have the biggest return on investment.  Stay tuned for updated information.

For more information about Alaska's renewable energy potential and projects in the Railbelt region, please click here.