Arctic Ocean

AIDEA Bolsters Support for Heavy REE Separation Plant & Renews Commitment to Ucore’s Bokan Heavy REE Project

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Monday, February 10, 2020
ALASKA, Arctic Ocean, United States, Country subdivisions, Healy Clean Coal Project

The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA or the Authority) is the development finance arm of the State of Alaska.

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  • The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA or the Authority) is the development finance arm of the State of Alaska.
  • AIDEA has financed hundreds of projects around the state from smaller businesses to larger infrastructure development projects.
  • "AIDEA understands Ucore was one of the recipients of the U.S. Army memorandum and therefore the authority wanted to express its continued interest in providing financing for Ucores Bokan project and its proposed development of a REEs processing plant located in Alaska.
  • Ucore is grateful to AIDEA for its continued support of our efforts toward project development in Southeast Alaska, said Jim McKenzie, President & CEO of Ucore.

The Government of Canada honours Inuk Elder Qapik Attagutsiak as a Hometown Hero

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Monday, January 27, 2020
Islands of Canada, Indigenous peoples of North America, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, Arctic Ocean, NUNAVUT, Inuit

Qapik is the last known surviving person who collected bones in the Arctic for the war effort.

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  • Qapik is the last known surviving person who collected bones in the Arctic for the war effort.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I'm honoured to recognize Inuk Elder Qapik Attagutsiak, along with Inuit of Nunavut communities, as Hometown Heroes for their significant contributions during the Second World War.
  • "Qapik Attagutsiak is a respected and much loved Elder in Arctic Bay and throughout the Qikiqtaaluk.
  • The Government of Canada invites young people and their families to explore Parks Canada places, with free admission for newcomers and youth aged 17 and under.

Ice911 Research to Begin Testing Its Climate Restoration Solution on Sea Ice

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Physical geography, Climate change, Earth, Contents, Arctic Ocean, Arctic ice pack, Glaciology, Arctic, Climate restoration, Sea ice

This is an extremely important step in Ice911's work and will be the organization's first tests on sea ice.

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  • This is an extremely important step in Ice911's work and will be the organization's first tests on sea ice.
  • "This is a tremendous moment for Ice911 Research and the climate restoration movement as we work to preserve Arctic ice and ensure a habitable planet for future generations," said RickParnell, CEO of Foundation for Climate Restoration.
  • Ice911 Research will begin testing at SERF in February and will continue until the melt at the test facility is complete.
  • The team's objective is to quantify the behavior and persistence of microsphere-treated Arctic sea ice, compared to untreated control Arctic ice.

Alaska Power & Telephone Announces Cost Escalation on Hiilangaay Hydropower Project

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Thursday, January 16, 2020
Alternative energy, Energy, Technology, Telecommunications, Utilities, Engineering, ALASKA, Arctic Ocean, Cost overrun, Articles, Reliability engineering, Academic disciplines

Alaska Power & Telephone Company (OTC Pink:APTL) today announced that its 2019 results will include a pretax charge in the range of approximately $10.5 to $11.5 million, or $8.30 to $9.10 per share, for estimated cost increases on the Hiilangaay Hydropower Project.

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  • Alaska Power & Telephone Company (OTC Pink:APTL) today announced that its 2019 results will include a pretax charge in the range of approximately $10.5 to $11.5 million, or $8.30 to $9.10 per share, for estimated cost increases on the Hiilangaay Hydropower Project.
  • The project has experienced a number of construction challenges since it began in 2016.
  • Field conditions and design changes have resulted in significant cost overruns above the original project cost estimates.
  • Celebrating over 60 years of reliability and innovation, Alaska Power & Telephone Company provides energy and communication services to 40 communities stretching from the Arctic Circle to the southernmost tip of Southeast Alaska.

AER Scientists Lead Review Article on the Relationship between Severe Winter Weather and Arctic Warmth

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Monday, January 13, 2020
Physical geography, Climate change, Articles, Nature, Arctic Ocean, Sea ice, Polar amplification, Global warming, Arctic

The unexpected frequency of severe winter weather was not projected by global climate models used to study climate change.

Key Points: 
  • The unexpected frequency of severe winter weather was not projected by global climate models used to study climate change.
  • Much of the study discusses whether Arctic amplification, including decreasing Arctic sea ice and increasing Eurasian snow cover extent in the fall, is contributing to more severe winter weather across the midlatitudes.
  • One camp of consensus represents the observational studies that strongly argue that Arctic amplification is contributing to more severe winter weather.
  • Also, properly contextualizing severe winter weather vis--vis Arctic change will better educate society to understand the full impacts of climate change.

Sabina Gold & Silver Announces 2020 Exploration Budget

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Monday, January 6, 2020
Arctic Ocean, NUNAVUT

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sabina Gold & Silver Corp (the Company) (SBB TSX/SGSVF - OTCQX) is pleased to announce plans for the upcoming 2020 spring exploration program at its 100% owned Back River Gold Project in Nunavut, Canada.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sabina Gold & Silver Corp (the Company) (SBB TSX/SGSVF - OTCQX) is pleased to announce plans for the upcoming 2020 spring exploration program at its 100% owned Back River Gold Project in Nunavut, Canada.
  • Additional exploration work for 2020 will include continued exploration modelling of the Nuvuyak discovery, Llama Extension zone and an extensive project wide target pipeline.
  • Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. is well-financed and is an emerging precious metals company with district scale, advanced, high grade gold assets in one of the worlds newest, politically stable mining jurisdictions: Nunavut, Canada.
  • This news release has been authorized by the undersigned on behalf of Sabina Gold & Silver Corp.

Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. to Webcast Live at VirtualInvestorConferences.com December 4th, 2019

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Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Companies, Surname, Mining, Arctic Ocean, NUNAVUT, Glencore, Sabina, Hackett

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. (OTCQX - SGSVF), focused on the Back River Gold Project in Nunavut, Canada today announcedthat Mr. Bruce McLeod, President & CEO will present live at VirtualInvestorConferences.com on December 4th, 2019.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. (OTCQX - SGSVF), focused on the Back River Gold Project in Nunavut, Canada today announcedthat Mr. Bruce McLeod, President & CEO will present live at VirtualInvestorConferences.com on December 4th, 2019.
  • If attendees are not able to join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available after the event.
  • In addition to Back River, Sabina also owns a significant silver royalty on Glencore's Hackett River Project.
  • Nicole Hoeller, Vice-President, Communications, Sabina Gold & Silver Corp.:

Pacific Northwest Prepares for Increased Superyacht Traffic around Upcoming Olympics, America's Cup

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Regions of the United States, Yachts, Arctic Ocean, Pacific Northwest, Superyacht, Pacific Ocean, Seattle, BRITISH COLUMBIA, ALASKA, Port, Northwest Airlines, Northwest

Access to the urban hubs of Vancouver BC and Seattle, as well as numerous island ports and historic sites, make the waters of the Pacific Northwest some of the most varied and accommodating in the Pacific.

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  • Access to the urban hubs of Vancouver BC and Seattle, as well as numerous island ports and historic sites, make the waters of the Pacific Northwest some of the most varied and accommodating in the Pacific.
  • In preparation for the upcoming Pacific Rim events, members of Superyacht Northwest are completing infrastructure upgrades to accommodate increased traffic.
  • The Pacific Northwest is famously home to the Pacific fishing fleet.
  • Superyacht Northwest is a complete resource of Pacific Northwest services and support for superyacht vessels setting sail for British Columbia, Alaska, and other destinations in the Pacific.

Bishop Named President and CEO of Alaska Communications

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Technology, Networks, Internet, Telecommunications, States of the United States, Regions of the United States, United States, ALASKA, Arctic Ocean

The Alaska Communications (NASDAQ: ALSK) board of directors has named William (Bill) H. Bishop president and chief executive officer.

Key Points: 
  • The Alaska Communications (NASDAQ: ALSK) board of directors has named William (Bill) H. Bishop president and chief executive officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191015005419/en/
    Alaska Communications President and CEO Bill Bishop.
  • (Photo: Alaska Communications)
    Bill knows Alaska Communications, its customers, its people and Alaska better than anyone.
  • In my role as interim CEO, Ive developed an even deeper understanding of Alaska Communications opportunities and challenges, our people and customers, Bishop said.

Alaska Cruises and Denali and Yukon Adventures Come to Life in Seattle with Exclusive Travel Show Saturday, Oct. 26

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Monday, October 14, 2019
ALASKA, Arctic Ocean, United States, Country subdivisions

Attendees will be able to meet the people who bring Alaska and the Yukon to life, taste local specialties, and enjoy on-stage performances and demonstrations.

Key Points: 
  • Attendees will be able to meet the people who bring Alaska and the Yukon to life, taste local specialties, and enjoy on-stage performances and demonstrations.
  • On Stage Alaska, a lively performance with a stunning visual presentation about the culture, history and experiences of Alaska.
  • For more information about the Alaska Travel Show presented by Holland America Line, visit https://bit.ly/2kV0ADI , consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL-HAL (1-877-724-5425 ) or visit hollandamerica.com .
  • Fleetwide the ships feature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination immersion and personalized travel.