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Catch up on past and present environmental updates from our E-Newsletters in this archive, dating back to 2022.
Oppose a proposed oil and exploration license in the Yukon Flats, comment today
The Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas is considering a new oil and gas exploration proposal in the Yukon Flats, in addition to asking for more oil exploration proposals. The initial public comment period is open until July 30.
Take action: The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is getting worse, not better
Here at the Northern Alaska Environmental Center, we do our best to provide you with factual, peer-reviewed, and scientifically-supported information. And right now, the fact is the Senate’s proposed budget reconciliation bill is socially unconscionable and environmentally disastrous.
Memories in motion—why we run for the Arctic Refuge
Our annual event supporting Arctic advocacy, Run for the Refuge, is just around the corner! As this event approaches thirty years, we are eager to know more about its original supporters—what is it about the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge that continues to draw you in and what stories do you have?
Update: There is a bit of good news with budget reconciliation
Thank you to everyone who contacted their representatives, House leadership, and House Natural Resources Committee members. The unwavering efforts of Indigenous leadership and the Defend Brooks Range/No Ambler Road campaign have shown time and time again that Alaskans (and Americans at large) do NOT want the Ambler Road.
Behind the scenes with Tehya McLeod, our 2025 Featured Artist
For her piece for the Northern Center, Tehya was eager to incorporate printmaking, using designs similar to quilting. It’s through her use of screen printing and bold colors that Tehya’s artwork becomes energized, layered, and three dimensional. It helps remind us that nature is constantly providing a necessary heartbeat that guides our rhythms here in the North.
All roads to Ambler lead back to D.C.—take action to keep Ambler out of budget reconciliation!
The House Natural Resources Committee recently included language in the budget reconciliation bill that would force approval of the Ambler Road. Tribes, Defend Brooks Range Coalition, and allies have tirelessly advocated for the protection of this incredible region, achieving the “No Action Alternative” selected by the Department of the Interior in 2024.
Budget reconciliation could take a huge toll on Alaska
With the political shift in Washington D.C., the legislative whirlwind of budget reconciliation could be a disaster for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and all of Alaska.
Thank you and goodbye, Northern Center community!
Transitions are challenging but necessary—changing from one condition to another, like melting ice or migrating north. From my research background in mycology, to Manager of Donor Joy at the Northern Center, I have grown so much and feel ready for the next step in my career.
Stand with Mother Kuskokwim, comments due April 28
You can learn more about the Mother Kuskokwim Tribal Coalition’s concerns related to the Donlin Gold Mine at their website and please consider these talking points when submitting comments, which are due April 28.