Outfitting North Slope Workers with Layers of Protection
Norwegians say, “No bad weather, just bad clothes.” Corporate outfitters are an essential support service for North Slope workers, tailoring products to the industry’s needs.
Author: Nancy Erickson
The Community Winter Access Trail
CWAT is an almost-but-not-quite highway that connects North Slope villages to the Dalton Highway during late winter. Meet the crews that build it and the companies that use it.
Electricity for Later: Storage Technology Extends Grid Capabilities
Looking to stabilize and balance their electrical grids, Alaska’s Railbelt utilities are turning to gigantic storage batteries.
Niche Products Put Alaska Timber to Creative Uses
Today Alaska’s timber industry is focusing on value-added products made in Alaska with locally grown wood.
North Slope Truckers
Long haul truck drivers are a unique breed, but those navigating the northernmost highway in the United States transporting supplies to the Prudhoe Bay oil fields occupy a much loftier position.