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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Sep 18

Our Economic Justice & Housing team has had a busy few weeks! We've been out and about at the 2025 Alaska Housing Summit and YIMBYTown 2025 connecting with people who share in our vision for a better housing future for all Alaskans.

To learn more about this work, visit akpirg.org.

AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Aug 14

When public dollars work for the public we get lasting solutions -- from clean energy to local food systems. This federally-funded project at Denali Brewing in Talkeetna, AK shows why we must protect and expand federal investment in community-led innovation.

www.resourcerural.org/project/alas...

Alaska brewers turn beer into animal feed - Resource Rural

In the shadow of Denali, a brewing company is showing how “spent grain” from the brewing process can be composted into a rich soil amendment. With support from the Environmental Quality Incentives Pro...

www.resourcerural.org

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Aug 5

You have until August 31 to add or update your Pick.Click.Give. pledge at pfd.alaska.gov.

Please consider supporting AKPIRG through your PFD. It’s a quick and easy way to back the work we do—plus, you can support multiple nonprofits at once, including our coalition and community partners. 💛

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Jul 23

When the Trans-Alaska Pipeline eventually shuts down, who’s on the hook for cleanup? Our new article in the Alaska Law Review looks at the legal and financial gaps that put Alaskans at risk.

Check the link in our bio for the full article or our two-page summary for a quick overview.

AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Jul 14

Governor Dunleavy's veto of SB 39 is a failure to protect Alaskans from predatory lending.

📞 Call your legislators and urge them to override the veto of SB 39. You can find a directory of their phone numbers at the link in our bio!

AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Jun 26

New report shows just how extreme Alaska’s energy burden is - some rural and low-income households spend 20–50% of their income just to keep the heat and lights on.

From @nativemvmnt.bsky.social, @inletkeeper.bsky.social, AKPIRG & UW CEHE.

www.akpirg.org/s/ENERGY-BUR...

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · May 27

AKPIRG’s Energy Lead Natalie Kiley-Bergen joins the Local Energy Rules podcast to talk about what’s changing, what’s possible, and why community solar could be a game-changer for Alaska’s energy future. 🌞

🎧 Listen to the full podcast here: open.spotify.com/episode/6jHc...

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Will Vandenberg 🇺🇦 @willvandenberg.bsky.social · May 27

Big win for Alaska consumers, service members, & seniors: AK legislature limits high payday loan interest rates & fees. Great work by @forrestdunbarak.bsky.social & @akpirg.bsky.social to build bipartisan support. Now, will Republican Gov. Dunleavy sign it into law? alaskabeacon.com/2025/05/27/a...

Alaska Legislature votes to limit high interest rates and fees for payday loan lenders | Alaska Beacon

On the last day of Alaska’s legislative session, the House passed a bill to curb interest rates and fees for payday loans of $25,000 or less.

alaskabeacon.com

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · May 22

In Alaska’s remote communities, dependence on diesel fuel for electricity is not only expensive but also poses serious environmental and public health risks. The Village of Kotlik is taking bold steps to change that.

Watch the full video: youtu.be/FFEQlEj9x7E

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Laura Norton-Cruz, LMSW, CLC @lauritadianita.bsky.social · May 21

I appreciate that as @kylehopkinsak.bsky.social & @propublica.org were working on this article, advocates from @akpirg.bsky.social & Alaska Children's Trust & policymakers Sen. @forrestdunbarak.bsky.social & Rep. Ted Eisheid were working to pass a bill cracking down on predatory loans in AK.

Kyle Hopkins @kylehopkinsak.bsky.social · May 21

An Alaska village of 160 people raked in $1 million a month from a payday-loan style business.

But here’s who was making the real money …

www.adn.com/business-eco...

A 700% APR lending business tied to Dr. Phil’s son is dividing an Alaska tribe

Tribal lender Minto Money has boosted the economy of an Alaska village. But some tribal members are appalled by the millions it’s made off desperate borrowers — much of which, lawsuits allege, has gon...

www.adn.com

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Griffin @alnus-sitchensis.bsky.social · May 20

Huge s/o to @akpirg.bsky.social for their years working to stop predatory payday loans in Alaska

Matt Buxton @matt.akmemo.com · May 20

In closing, Rep. Eischeid also praises his predecessor, former Republican Rep. Stanley Wright, who introduced this idea.

The House votes 24-16 to put limits on predatory payday loans.

16 Republicans vote against.

#akleg

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · May 20

Payday lending reform has PASSED in the Alaska State Legislature!

Payday lenders in Alaska charge between 194% and 521% annual percentage rate on loans under $500. This new law puts an end to that predatory system.

To read the full press release, visit akpirg.org/press

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · May 12

🚨 Big news this week at AKPIRG! 🚨 We’re so excited to welcome Julia Hnilicka, our new Executive Director!

We are so grateful to have Julia leading AKPIRG’s team. Join us in welcoming her to Team AKPIRG!👏 To read Julia's full bio, visit akpirg.org/team.

#AKPIRG #Leadership

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Apr 21

Join our team! The Housing Organizer (Lingít Aaní/Juneau) will work on the Economic Justice Team to address Juneau’s housing shortage through local civic engagement and community education. Applicants must be based in Juneau. To see the full job description, visit check the link in our bio!

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Apr 15

Chugach Electric Association (CEA) just launched the state’s first-ever community solar project. After years of advocacy to make community solar possible under Alaska state law, it’s incredible to see the first project up and running.

Read more:
www.chugachelectric.com/energy-solut...

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Apr 3

Last week, AKPIRG energy policy experts traveled to Washington DC to advocate for continued federal funding for Alaskan energy projects! ✈️

June Okada and Natalie Kiley-Bergen flew down to DC with four Alaskan leaders whose communities have been impacted by recent federal funding changes.

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Apr 1

Today's the day Anchorage—it's Election Day! Have you submitted your municipal ballot yet? Vote today by 8pm. 🗳️☑️

Check muni.org for voting center and secure drop box locations and hours.

#AnchorageVotes #ElectionDay #GOTV

AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 31

Corporations are profiting off of Alaskan resources without paying taxes. AKPIRG's Regulatory Lead, Catherine Rocchi, writes about this issue in an op-ed in the Anchorage Daily News.

www.adn.com/opinions/202...

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 27

The Alaska Energy Transparency Project (AETP) has a new newsletter on Substack!

The AETP newsletter provides a roundup of recent news about the electric sector in Alaska and will keep you up-to-date and informed about all things energy in our state.

Subscribe at:
akenergytransparency.substack.com

AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 13

Last week, the AKPIRG team traveled to our state capital of Juneau on Lingít Aaní to meet with legislators for our annual Legislative Fly-in! ✈️

Join Claire Estelle Lubke, Economic Justice Lead at AKPIRG, for a little tour of the Alaska State Capitol building.

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 12

Over $1B in federal energy & transmission funds are at risk, threatening Alaska’s future. Yesterday, we co-hosted a press conference to highlight these impacts, & we’re heading to DC soon to advocate for our state. Learn more below:
#Alaska #EnergySecurity #ResilientCommunities #akgov

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 11

Hey Anchorage — it’s time to get out and vote once again!👋🗳️
Keep your eyes out for your ballot in the mail, and make sure to spread the word to your friends and family to get out and vote! 👀

Click the link in our bio to check your voting registration status and find your polling place. 📲

AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 10

AKPIRG is speaking to lawmakers this week about the importance of the #CFPB and its mission to #ProtectConsumers. Who can we count on to stand up and #DefendCFPB?

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Mar 4

🚨 URGENT: 🚨 Help Alaskans escape the payday loan debt trap! AKPIRG’s Rapid Response Community Fund is raising $25K for the Payday Jubilee—wiping out predatory loans + fighting for policy reform. Donate now to support direct relief! 👉 akpirg.org/rapid-response-community-fund

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AKPIRG @akpirg.bsky.social · Feb 20

If you, a friend, or family member has ever been helped by the CFPB, Americans for Financial Reform is collecting stories like yours to show why the CFPB is so important.

Share your story here: actionnetwork.org/surveys/cfpb...