News and Events
Presentations
Federal Updates on Alaska Gas Pipeline Projects (PowerPoint)
Presented by Drue Pearce at the Alaska Resource Development Council Annual Meeting
November 20, 2008
Federal Updates, Project Status Overview, and a Breakdown of the Intergovernmental Process (PDF)
Presented by Drue Pearce at the Alaska Oil and Gas Symposium
September 24, 2008
US Development & Interactions with Alaska Native Communities (PowerPoint)
Presented by Drue Pearce and the Inuvik, Canada Petroleum Show
June 11, 2008
Update on Arctic Gas Projects and Determining the Impact on Domestic Production (PowerPoint)
Presented by Drue Pearce at the BC Natural Gas Symposium
May 28, 2008
Audio
Drue Pearce Speaks at Platts Energy Podium
Presentation Audio
Listen to audio of Drue presenting Current News from Washington on Alaska Gas
November 14, 2007
News
Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center Opens
The new Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center was dedicated November 6. The Alaska Pipeline Academy worked with the Alaska Works Partnership to secure funding for the new facility which will be used to prepare the next generation of Alaskans for the next generation of energy work in Alaska.
Federal coordinator: Market will determine fate of Alaska pipeline
Which Alaskan North Slope natural gas pipeline project will prevail? According to Drue Pearce, the federal coordinator of Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, it will likely be the market's choice.
State Announces Five AGIA Applicants
Governor Sarah Palin today announced five companies have submitted applications for the exclusive right to build a natural gas pipeline to transport North Slope gas to market....
ConocoPhillips Offers an Alternate Proposal to Alaska
ConocoPhillips presents a unique and competitive choice for the State of Alaska. ConocoPhillips, like the State, is motivated to see the natural gas pipeline advanced soon, and has already initiated planning and contracting efforts that will allow full advantage to be taken of the summer 2008 field season with environmental studies and route confirmation work.
Press Releases
Federal Coordinator Welcomes General Counsel (PDF)
August 18, 2008:
The Office of the Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects (OFC) welcomes Joseph "Joe" Oglander to the position of General Counsel. In this position, he will serve as the OFC's chief legal officer, advising the Federal Coordinator on policy and legal matters.
Federal Coordinator Welcomes Director of Permits, Scheduling and Compliance
April 14, 2008
The Office of the Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects (OFC) is pleased to announce today that a Director of Permits, Scheduling and Compliance has been added to the OFC staff. William "Bill" Doyle comes to the OFC from the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association. Doyle is an attorney and certified engineer with an extensive background in energy related issues.
BP and ConocoPhillips Join on the Alaska Gas Pipeline
April 8, 2008
BP and ConocoPhillips announced they combined resources to start Denali – The Alaska Gas Pipeline. The pipeline will move approximately four billion cubic feet of natural gas per day to markets, and will be the largest private sector construction project ever built in North America. The project combines the financial strength, arctic experience and technical resources of two of the most capable and experienced companies in the world.
Office of the Federal Coordinator on a Roll
September 27, 2007
The OFC’s startup is well underway. Pearce has hired a small permanent staff and plans to begin work on a gap analysis in October. She has established a cooperative relationship with Canadian Industry Minister Jim Prentice, who manages the Arctic gas pipeline files for Premier Harper. Pearce is coordinating her activities with the State of Alaska and Governor Palin in advance of entering into the joint surveillance and monitoring agreement required by the enabling legislation. Pearce is calling together the principles for the responsible Federal Agencies in early October to discuss the status of the project. Finally, the OFC intends to publish draft regulations in the coming months.
Federal Coordinator Awards Alaska Services Contract
September 12, 2007
Drue Pearce, Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, is pleased to announce the selection of Michael Baker Jr., Inc as the successful bidder for a contract to assist the Office of the Federal Coordinator (OFC). “I am pleased to have the Baker team working alongside us as we move forward,” said Pearce, Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects. “They have extensive knowledge and expertise in Arctic oil and gas pipeline issues.”
Federal Coordinator Applauds AGIA First Steps and Announces Creation of a Senior Intergovernmental Management Team
July 13, 2007
Drue Pearce, Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, congratulates Governor Palin and her pipeline team on their work to date under the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act (AGIA). The bill called for the Governor to publish a Request for Applications (RFA) last week and they did.
Vice President Swears In Drue Pearce as First Federal Coordinator
Dec. 13, 2006
Vice President Dick Cheney swore in Drue Pearce today as the first Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects. She was confirmed on Aug. 4, 2006 by the U. S. Senate.