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Alaska Energy Authority highlights Dixon Diversion, HVDC Cook Inlet cable, Sterling upgrade and battery funding
Summary
The Alaska Energy Authority said it has secured nearly $1 billion for energy projects, described the Dixon Diversion hydro expansion, an HVDC submarine cable across Cook Inlet, a Sterling‑Sadatna transmission upgrade and board approval of $28 million to advance battery storage for rail‑belt utilities
ANCHORAGE — The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) provided an update on a portfolio of transmission, hydro and resilience projects it says will lower costs, create jobs and improve reliability across the rail belt and in rural communities.
"In the last 5 years, AEA has secured nearly a billion dollars in federal, state, and in revenue bond," said Curtis, speaking on behalf of AEA. He said the authority is managing more than 200 active projects, has deployed circuit riders to assist rural communities and has invested in bulk fuel facilities and powerhouse upgrades across the state.
Curtis described three major rail‑belt projects AEA is advancing: the Dixon Diversion to expand Bradley Lake hydro output, the…
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