Posts by Catherine Rubano
USGS Says Harmful Algal Blooms Likely Not Cause of Seabird Die-offs in Region
Recent findings from researchers with the U.S. Geological Survey show that there may not be a correlation between harmful algal blooms and these ongoing seabird die-offs in the Bering Strait.
Read MoreLimited NOAA Research Team Suggests Cold Pool is Slowly Returning to Bering Sea
NOAA & EcoFOCI sent out one of few research cruises around the Bering Strait earlier this season. The cruise brought back information on the Bering Sea cold pool and marine mammals’ movements.
Read MoreVillage of Solomon Receives Funds to Support Solar Energy Source
The Village of Solomon is one step closer to running on renewable energy after the community received a grant from GRID Alternatives to go towards an $87,000 solar project.
Read MoreBallot Measure 1, The Fair Share Act, Would Increase Taxes on Certain Oil Fields
In this year’s election, Alaskans will weigh in on two ballot measures. The first is the North Slope Oil Production Tax Increase Initiative, also known as Ballot Measure One.
Read MoreNome Port Commission Delays Decision on Thornbush Pad, Cost is ‘Out of the Question’
The Nome Port Commission discussed winter storage requests, updates on projects, and the continuing issue of the Thornbush Pad during their meeting last Thursday.
Read MoreBering Strait Region Sees More Debris from Russian Side, But Source Still Unknown
In late July, foreign debris began to wash up on Bering Strait shores. Almost three months later, NOAA and local groups are working together to determine which vessel is the source of the trash.
Read MoreLegislation to Prevent States From Banning Walrus Ivory Products Moves Ahead in Senate
A bill that protects walrus ivory from state bans passed the Science, Commerce, and Transportation Committee in Washington DC last month.
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