Oil and Natural Gas Supply
The Arctic Energy Office
Alaska’s fossil energy resources will likely play a greater role in meeting the nation’s
energy needs in the future. Alaska holds about one-fifth of America’s remaining proved oil reserves, large accumulations of associated natural gas awaiting a means
to reach a market, and over half of its coal resources. When stranded North Slope
natural gas and unconventional oil and gas resources such as viscous oil, coal bed
natural gas, and methane hydrates are factored in, the energy resources found in
Alaska are astounding. Despite Alaska’s energy wealth, producing and delivering
those resources to the rest of the United States, as well as providing affordable
power to Alaska’s rural villages, continues to be a challenge. NETL’s Arctic Energy Office is coordinating with industry, academia, and other Government agencies to
demonstrate the value of Alaska’s fossil fuel resources to the Nation and Alaska’s rural community while maintaining the pristine environment in which it is contained.
Environment
Arctic Energy Office objectives include a strong
emphasis on environmental issues concerning
development of Alaska’s resources, such
as fragile tundra, permafrost, and wildlife
protection. Preserving the unspoiled nature of
Alaska is a major consideration of the program. The Arctic Energy Office coordinates with state
agencies and academia to deliver research that
will address environmental issues limiting oil,
gas, and coal development in Alaska.
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