Alaska's future: The Four E's

Alaska's secure future lies on the path of the four E's

Environment | Energy | Economy | Ethics

We as Alaskans accept our moral responsibility to be careful stewards of the spectacular natural environment that provides for our unique way of life. We believe that a sound economy and a sound environment go hand in hand and that Alaska would be well served to move away from a boom and bust economy and toward a more sustainable future supporting viable communities from Ketchikan to Barrow. The path to this future lies in following these four E’s --

Protecting a sound Environment in a manner that:

• Responds to the challenges of climate change
• Incorporates objective science into management of fish and wildlife and their habitats.
• Protects habitat critical to salmon
• Keeps our air and water clean

• Ensures a healthy marine ecosystem and viable populations of marine mammals
• Promotes voluntary agreements with private landowners to protect land, water and wildlife
• Enhances the enjoyment of Alaska’s public lands
• Limits the use of harmful pesticides and promotes least toxic management

Creating a clean Energy future that:

• Positions Alaska as leader in renewable energy research, development and technology
• Provides rural Alaska with affordable clean energy
• Uses natural gas until renewable energy sources are developed

• Promotes and rewards energy efficiency
• Minimizes greenhouse gas emissions
• Is well planned and in the public interest

Developing a healthy Economy that:

• Enhances the economic viability of Alaska’s commercial fishing communities
• Recognizes and protects the importance of a subsistence way of life
• Promotes tourism at a scale compatible with local communities and local businesses
• Achieves balance in oil, gas and mineral development by protecting our most sensitive natural resources and cultures
• Provides for a sustainable forest industry, emphasizing second growth timber and restoration

• Encourages an appropriate agricultural economy
• Promotes sensible transportation systems with minimal environmental impact
• Grows economic activity consistent with the existing character of local communities

Promoting an Ethical government by:

• Fostering open and transparent government processes throughout Alaska

• Supporting effective campaign reform
• Ensuring accountability of Alaska’s public officials

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