Alaska Oil and Gas Association

18/05/2026

Secretary Doug Burgum and Senator Dan Sullivan said it best: this is the Great Alaska Comeback! 👏👏

Thank you Senator Sullivan and Secretary Burgum for your steadfast leadership to benefit Alaska and our nation!

18/05/2026

Historic news from Alaska’s North Slope: first oil at Pikka!

Congratulations to Santos, Repsol and the many Alaskans who have made this project possible. This is just the beginning.

Santos today announced first oil from the Pikka phase 1 development on Alaska’s North Slope, with oil flow established through the Lease Automated Custody Transfer (LACT) meter into the Pikka sales oil line.

16/05/2026

Big things are on the horizon for Alaska’s North Slope.

With first oil from the Pikka project “imminent,” Alaska is closer than ever to seeing the largest new North Slope development in decades come online. Projects like Pikka represent long-term investment, thousands of jobs, increased throughput in TAPS and renewed momentum for Alaska’s energy future.

AOGA appreciates the commitment from Santos, Repsol and the many Alaskans working to advance this project safely and responsibly. We’re optimistic about what this next chapter means for our state, our economy and the future of Alaska energy.

More than a decade after the Pikka field ushered in what industry leaders called a renaissance on Alaska's North Slope, the first sellable oil is expected to come from that field soon.

15/05/2026

What began as legislation intended to help deliver a gasline for Alaska has now been hijacked into a sweeping oil tax increase rushed through the process without meaningful economic analysis, public vetting, or a clear understanding of the consequences. These changes jeopardize not only the prospects of a future gasline, but also continued oil investment and development on the North Slope.

The Senate Resources Committee substitute unveiled today would impose a new 30-cent-per-barrel tax on every barrel of oil produced in Alaska and increase the minimum production tax by 50 percent. These are major fiscal changes that could significantly impact investment, jobs, future production, and throughput in TAPS. Yet the committee has offered no credible economic modeling showing the long-term impacts on Alaska’s competitiveness, future investment decisions, or state revenues.

Ironically, while the committee substitute renames the legislation the “Supporting Alaska Gasline Act,” these tax increases move Alaska in the opposite direction by undermining the stable, competitive investment climate necessary to advance both a successful gasline project and future North Slope development. Large-scale Alaska energy projects require billions of dollars in long-term capital investment and development timelines measured in decades. Sudden and unvetted changes to Alaska’s fiscal system create uncertainty that investors price directly into their decisions.

AOGA strongly opposes these rushed and unmodeled additions to legislation that should remain focused on improving the economics and long-term viability of an Alaska gasline project.

14/05/2026

Watch Congressman Nick Begich and Secretary Doug Burgum discuss why Alaska is being called the “hottest oil play in the world.”

Alaska’s energy renaissance is real, with massive opportunities to create jobs, strengthen American energy security, and drive investment across our state.

But we can’t mess that up. Alaska’s future depends on stable, competitive policies that encourage investment, support responsible development, and allow projects to move forward. The opportunity is here, if we choose to seize it. 🇺🇸

13/05/2026

Headlines like these are great news for Alaska. The Financial Times underscores Alaska’s growing role in America’s energy future. Investment is returning to the North Slope, new projects are advancing, and Alaska energy is helping strengthen U.S. energy security.

In a world shaped by geopolitical instability, Alaska energy is American energy. But these long-term investments only happen when companies have confidence in stable, predictable policy and a competitive investment climate.

Alaska’s momentum is worth protecting. 🇺🇸

08/05/2026

AOGA supports HB 271 and similar efforts to encourage natural gas investment and production in Cook Inlet. Royalty relief can improve the economics of the basin, help revitalize investment, and support additional gas production. Cook Inlet gas is critical to keeping the lights on, heating homes, and powering national security infrastructure operating in Southcentral Alaska. Policies that encourage new production strengthen Alaska’s energy security, support jobs, and help ensure affordable and reliable energy for Alaskans.

AOGA thanks the House Resources Committee, the House Finance Committee, and the bill sponsor for their collaborative and thoughtful process in advancing policies that spur investment and increase production in a basin that has been providing energy to Alaskans for nearly 70 years.

07/05/2026

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the educators who inspire and shape Alaska’s future every day. 🍎 📏

AOGA Teacher Grant applications are now open. Help us recognize an outstanding Alaska educator with a $2,500 grant supporting an engaging curriculum focused on Alaska’s oil and gas industry.

Help us spread the word by sharing this with an outstanding Alaska educator!

Applications and more information can be found here: https://bit.ly/42l5oDt.

29/04/2026

New federal data confirms what Alaskans are seeing on the ground: our state’s oil and gas resource base is expanding—and that has real implications not just for our economy, but for national security.

According to the latest U.S. Energy Information Administration report:
✔️ Alaska crude oil reserves increased 5% to 3.1 billion barrels.
✔️ Alaska natural gas reserves grew nearly 7% to 103 trillion cubic feet.

Increased activity and new developments across the North Slope are delivering results. Projects like ConocoPhillips’ Nuna and Willow developments, Hilcorp's continued investment at Prudhoe Bay, and advancement of Santos' Pikka Project are adding to Alaska’s long-term production outlook.

But this is bigger than production numbers.

At a time of global instability and energy competition, Alaska energy is American energy. Every new barrel and every cubic foot produced here reduces reliance on foreign sources, strengthens supply chains, and gives the United States and its allies greater strategic flexibility.

Growing reserves mean more opportunity—supporting jobs, strengthening state revenues, and reinforcing Alaska’s role as a secure, domestic energy backbone for the nation.
With additional development ahead, including new wells and major infrastructure like Alaska LNG Project, the trajectory remains strong.

Alaska’s resource potential is steady and growing—and in today’s world, that’s not just good news. It’s a strategic advantage. 🇺🇸

22/04/2026

Do you know someone making a difference in Alaska’s oil and gas industry?

Nominations are now open for the AOGA Industry Awards! This is your chance to recognize the individuals, companies and projects driving innovation, leadership, safety, and service across our industry.

Each year, these awards shine a spotlight on those shaping Alaska’s energy future. Winners will be announced at the 10th Annual AOGA Conference, Aug. 26-27, 2026.

Don’t miss the opportunity – nominations close July 15! Submit your nomination today at https://bit.ly/4vL0Aoq.

11/04/2026

Join us in congratulating three outstanding leaders recognized in the Alaska Journal of Commerce Top Forty Under 40 Class of 2026:

⭐ Sierra Minder, Alaska Oil and Gas Association
⭐ Amanda Keates, Alyeska Pipeline Service Company
⭐ Kristine Morlock, Petro Star, Inc.

We’re proud to celebrate Sierra and equally excited to recognize the remarkable contributions of leaders from AOGA member companies. Each of these professionals is helping shape Alaska’s future through their talent, dedication and impact on our industry and communities.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!