Energy in the North on electrifying shore power and more

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Photo courtesy of Amanda Byrd/ACEP
ACEP’s Amanda Byrd hosts the “Energy in the North” series.

May 19, 2026

The “Energy in the North” episode on May 27 will feature Bri Gabel, the sustainability coordinator for the City and Borough of Sitka. Gabel will talk about how the city is looking at electrifying the shore power for the cruise ship industry when they are in dock in the community.

On June 3, Matteo Kuizenga, an ACEP student researcher will talk about winning a competitive Pacific Northwest renewable energy scholarship.

“Energy in the North” explores the importance and opportunities that energy and power provide to Alaska and its people.

The series airs weekly on KUAC FM 89.9 and streams on KUAC on Wednesdays following the 7 and 8 a.m. newscast and during All Things Considered.

Visit our website to learn more about and listen to the past episodes of the “Energy in the North” series.