Tag: Alaska’s environment and wildlife

Protecting Alaska's Coastal Plain A federal court has upheld the Biden administration's decision to cancel oil and gas leases in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The decision is a victory for environmentalists and Indigenous groups who have long fought to protect the fragile ecosystem. Alaska's Wildlife Populations Face Threats Alaska's wildlife populations are facing a number of threats, including climate change, habitat loss, and pollution. A new report from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game found that the state's moose population has declined by 20% since 2009. Conservation Efforts Make Progress Despite the challenges, there are also some positive stories to tell about Alaska's environment and wildlife. Conservation efforts are making progress, and...