Lower Energy Prices

Energy costs in Alaska are among the highest in the country, especially for heating. Families should not be paying some of the highest bills in America while living in an energy-rich state.

Cut bills now and over time

As Governor, I will:

• Provide relief when energy prices spike

• Create a state Department of Energy

• Bring Alaska’s scattered energy work under one coordinated plan

• Expand loans and grants for efficiency upgrades

• Help homes, schools, small businesses, and nonprofits install cheaper local energy systems

Alaska needs both immediate relief and a long-term energy strategy. Better coordination, local energy systems, and lower energy waste can help reduce costs over time instead of repeating the same crisis every winter.

Strengthen the Railbelt energy grid

As Governor, I will:

• Modernize and strengthen the Railbelt energy grid

• Improve coordination across Alaska’s energy systems

• Support reliable and affordable local power generation

• Prioritize in-state access to natural gas

A stronger and more reliable Railbelt grid can reduce outages, improve long-term energy stability, and help keep costs down across much of Alaska.

Make affordable energy available in Rural Alaska

As Governor, I will:

• Cut dependence on expensive imported diesel

• Expand tribal and village energy ownership

• Build reliable local power and storage systems that work in extreme cold

• Lower heating costs through weatherization and efficiency upgrades

• Train local workers to maintain these systems

Rural Alaska needs practical energy solutions that lower bills, improve reliability, and keep more money in local communities.