Environment
RSSAlaska News covers environmental issues including erosion control, hazardous waste management, polystyrene bans, wildfire education, farmland policy.
Alaska Senate Passes Statewide Styrofoam Ban for Restaurants
The Alaska Senate voted 13-7 Monday to ban polystyrene food containers at restaurants statewide, citing health and environmental concerns, with the measure taking effect January 1, 2027.
by Walter AlaskaNews4mo ago3 min read
One Spot Left in Denali Wildfire and Wildlife Workshop for Educators
Alaska Department of Fish and Game has one remaining spot in its June 2026 Wildfire and Wildlife educator workshop in Denali National Park, part of its Wildlife Education and Outreach program's summer professional development offerings.
by Bill AlaskaNews4mo ago2 min readHouse panel hears bill to ease farmland leasing, lower costs for Alaska growers
The House Resources Committee heard testimony on HB 296, which would create a merit-based leasing program for state agricultural land at below-market rates and allow DNR to enforce agricultural covenants through civil penalties rather than land repossession.
by Alaska News4mo ago3 min readHouse Passes Polystyrene Ban for Restaurants Despite Business Concerns
The Alaska House of Representatives voted 25-15 to ban polystyrene foam food service containers statewide, with supporters citing health risks and environmental damage while opponents warned of costs to small businesses.
by Alaska Newsadded 5mo ago4 min read
Senate Resources advances three bills on agriculture, evacuations, invasive species
The Senate Resources Committee moved three bills forward on April 17, covering agricultural land leases, evacuation color-coding standards, and creation of an invasive species council.
by Alaska Newsadded 5mo ago2 min read
