Conserving, improving, and protecting Alaska's natural resources and environment to enhance the health, safety, and economic and social well-being of Alaskans.
Alaska, USA
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Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
This afternoon I verbally declared a disaster declaration for the landslide that struck Ketchikan earlier today. All state agencies are directed to provide whatever assistance is needed. My thoughts and prayers are with the residents of Ketchikan tonight.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
@AlaskaDEC rural landfill specialist Rachel Mills was kind enough to craft a trash can ornament out of an old tarp and metal wires from old file dividers! She even constructed a little gift to place under the Christmas tree. 🎄Thank you DEC and Rachel!
ALT A miniature trash can made our of an old blue tarp with the DEC logo on it hands from a small potted tree, beneath it is a present wrapped in an old tarp with a sticker on it that says "Clean up Alaska".
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Today we are celebrating Alaska Mining Day! Mining in Alaska is possible thanks to our states high ESG standards.
To learn more about Alaska's standards, view the 2023 Alaska Standard Inaugural Sustainability Report using the link below!
gov.alaska.gov/.../uploads/T…
#Alaskaminingday
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
The Alaska Certified Pesticide Applicators Workshop (in-person/ Zoom) is on Wednesday, March 13, 9-4p & Thursday, March 14, 8-4p. Attend one or both days and earn a total of 11 continuing education credits from the @AlaskaDEC.
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Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
The motor vessel Genius Star XI, which experienced multiple cargo fires in December, has finally been cleared to leave Dutch Harbor for its original destination, San Diego.
Full story here: shorturl.at/aMQZ7
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
M/V Genius Star XI docked in Dutch Harbor, AK, today to streamline logistics & provide a safer environment necessary for the timely completion of ongoing work.
More: news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases…
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Today, at 1 p.m., I’ll be discussing my proposed Alaska State budget for FY2025. Watch live on my YouTube channel: youtube.com/@governormikedun…
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
To build community awareness and knowledge about their work, @AlaskaDEC is holding an open house at their spill prevention and response warehouse. Visitors will learn about equipment and professionals ready to respond to spills across the state. tinyurl.com/47d674yt
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Stay informed about #wildfire #smoke conditions. Use the Air Quality Index (AQI), @AIRNow app, follow @AlaskaDEC, @IdahoDEQ, @OregonDEQ, @EcologyWA, @LaneRegionalAir, @NWCleanAir, @SpokaneCleanAir, @pscleanair, @OlyRegCleanAir and visit fire.airnow.gov
ALT Graphic: Hand holding smartphone. Text: Track smoke and wildfires near you using the AirNow fire and smoke map.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
This week is Alaska Invasive Species Awareness Week! I encourage all Alaskans and visitors to learn about, prevent, report, and contribute to the control of invasive species in the state. gov.alaska.gov/alaska-invasi…
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Read more about "The Alaska Standard" and find the full report here: gov.alaska.gov/governor-dunl…
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Today at @ASEC_2023 we released “The Alaska Standard,” Alaska’s inaugural sustainability report. (A 🧵) #ASEC2023
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Who likes to hit the great outdoors and sit around a campfire? 🙋♀️🙋♂️ Campfires smaller than 3 feet in diameter don’t require a burn permit, but one thing they do require is to ensure they’re ☠️. Follow these tips from our friend @smokey_bear
#AKWildfirePreventionAndPrepWeek
ALT Cartoon graphic showing campfire safety checklist including keeping kids away from the fire, drown your fire until it's out cold, use rocks to create a fire ring and keep your tent a safe distance from the fire.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Running out of home improvement projects? Consider making your property more resistant to #EvilEmbers. Take individual responsibility to reduce flammable material around homes & communities to your keep property & firefighters safe from 🔥. #AKWildfirePreventionAndPrepWeek
ALT Graphic showing evil embers and a home ignition zone checklist.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Know the fire danger in your area and be aware of fire restrictions. Adhere to your state's outdoor burning guidance. Contact your local fire agency as smoke from open burning can cause unnecessary public health and safety concerns.
#AKWildfirePreventionAndPrepWeek
ALT A colorful illustration of a road with a multi-colored sign showing the wildfire danger.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
From broadband to building houses, & roads to renewables, we ALL agree, support funding for @AlaskaDEC to assume primacy for Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. This is program will strengthen the State’s permitting oversight while delivering greater efficiency and stability.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
Happy to represent @AlaskaDEC to meet with the @FBKSChamber and @EPAnorthwest Regional Administrator Casey Sixkiller to discuss PM 2.5. We are discussing our shared goal of improving air quality in Fairbanks/North Pole and hope to find a responsible way forward to address it.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
"The EPA should focus on the entities that actually adversely impact human health and the environment," said Brune. "I call on the EPA, once again, to fix the TRI so that it recognizes true impacts and prioritizes efforts to hold bad actors accountable."
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
"Because of this (the TRI report), @EPA once again demonizes the very industries that are vital to the Biden Administration’s goal to decarbonize our nation, which requires increasing domestic production of critical and strategic minerals," said Brune.
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation retweeted
"Moving rocks around from one pile to another at a permitted mine, according to EPA’s TRI report, is far worse than the recent train derailment and associated release of hazardous materials that has impacted thousands of people and devastated the environment in Ohio," said Brune.