The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management recently released a study (linked here) that assesses the feasibility of ocean-based renewable energy sources available to help Alaska decarbonize its energy supply, increase coastal resilience, and build energy security and independence. The study highlights Cook Inlet as a resource area for offshore wind and tidal energy that is among the best in the state and includes two techno-economic assessments for offshore wind projects that have a well-defined route to market in the Railbelt and beyond.

In recognition of this immense renewable energy potential and the incredible opportunity it represents for Alaskan consumers, Alaska Marine Power (AMP) is actively looking at developing projects to harness offshore wind resources in the lower Cook Inlet.

Now, as REAP is actively advocating for solutions to diversify the Railbelt’s energy portfolio in the face of impending Cook Inlet natural gas shortfalls, we are thrilled to have Levi Kilcher, Senior Energy Advisor for the Arctic Energy Office and one of the study’s authors, and David Clarke, Engineering Director for AMP, join us for an in-depth discussion about the role these renewable energy resources could play in Alaska’s energy future.

What: An in-depth discussion with Alaskan energy experts about the immense renewable energy resources available in Cook Inlet and one developer’s efforts to harness them economically.

Where: Zoom – register here

Who:

• David Clarke – Engineering Director, Alaska Marine Power
• Levi Kilcher – Senior Energy Advisor, U.S. DoE Arctic Energy Office

When: This free webinar will be held from Noon to 1pm on Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Email REAP’s Outreach Director, Donovan Russoniello, at drussoniello@realaska.org with any questions.