The Council’s Board of Directors will meet in-person in Kodiak on September 19-20, 2024. The meeting will also be available virtually and telephonically for those unable to travel. Information to join the meeting will be available here prior to the meeting. Board meetings are open to the public, and an opportunity for the public to … Read more
Lessons learned during the pandemic here to stay The Council’s newest annual report on drills and exercises highlights lessons learned during the pandemic and recent changes due to new technologies. Large drills continue to take advantage of video-conferencing platforms. Meetings are held online. Documents and other data are shared through online collaboration tools. “While the … Read more
Systems that treat tanker ballast water before release are a critical step in preventing damage from invasive species In recent years, companies that transport oil through Prince William Sound have been installing systems to treat the seawater their ships take on as ballast. Ships pick up ballast water after unloading cargo to help stabilize the … Read more
Correcting the record: the council is concerned about protecting whale populations from impacts of the oil industry in our region.