Bill Walker on Energy & Oil

	Bill Walker on Energy & Oil

Increased oil production key part of energy policy

We make nothing on oil discovered but left in the ground. Access and production are key. We are now working to develop toll roads so exploration can take place 12 months a year rather than just in the winter months. We applaud the recent production activities which have resulted in two consecutive years of increased oil throughput in the pipeline. We also welcome all the new players out in the field working hard to increase production. Source: 2018 Alaska State of the State address , Jan 18, 2018

Expand exportation of LNG to Asian markets

The reception we received in Japan in September from the Asian marketplace following my presentation at the LNG Producer-Consumer Conference was extremely encouraging. The market has not forgotten the relationship Alaska forged with Japan to export LNG. The Asian market stands ready to work with Alaska to ensure the pipeline is built and the LNG project at Nikiski is successful. Source: 2016 State of the State speech to Alaska legislature , Jan 21, 2016

Invest in renewables to diversify economy

We have traditionally been an energy state. As we diversify our economy, we have an opportunity to be a leader in renewable energy, emerging energy technologies and energy efficiency. With our abundant wind, geothermal, tidal and even solar resources, we are uniquely suited to test, develop and deploy these technologies. On a practical level, reducing diesel use in our remote communities lowers costs for families, government and local businesses; and increases energy security. Source: 2016 State of the State speech to Alaska legislature , Jan 21, 2016

Develop local alternative energy sources, plus a new gasline

Alaska is in an energy crisis now and we are doing little to solve that in time to save our at risk communities. There are short-term solutions available that could fill the gap while we develop a large gasline project that matches the global market opportunity before us. For those communities that will not be able to access North Slope gas directly, other long-term solutions--specific to regions or even localities--must be developed.

We can develop small, local energy sources including wind, geothermal, and small hydro projects to benefit our communities. Alaska could even have its own oil/gas exploration and production (E&P) arm. This entity would not be in competition with existing leaseholders on the North Slope but would explore for gas in locations that may not be enticing to a large E & P company but may hold sufficient gas to energize that rural community for generations.

Source: 2014 Governor campaign website, WalkerMallottForAlaska.com , Nov 4, 2014

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