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BlueCrest Drilling to Boost Alaska Gas | Anchorage News
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- Sep 16, 2026
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Summary
BlueCrest Energy’s breakthrough financing could finally unlock a major natural gas boost for Southcentral Alaska, with drilling set to begin December 15th and first gas by March 1st — just in time to ease a long-standing supply crunch. Despite past lease threats over missed deadlines, the company’s ambitious plan includes an extended-reach well and expanded facility, targeting 50 million cubic feet daily. Meanwhile, Hilcorp holds enough stored gas to cover Enstar’s winter shortfall — but won’t release it without risking future contracts. State Senator Cathy Giessel applauds the progress but warns this is a short-term fix for a decades-long problem, underscoring the fragile balance between immediate needs and long-term energy strategy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.adn.com/business-economy/energy/2026/09/15/small-cook-inlet-producer-says-it-has-funds-for-new-drilling-that-can-help-avert-gas-crisis-in-the-short-term/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7b494f1569a258b8 Report issues to [email protected].