Officials in southeast Alaska and northwest Washington are singing the praises for a new alternative energy project slated to begin construction in the region soon. The idea is centered around Swan Lake, north of the southeast Alaskan town of Petersburg. Because of the lake's high altutitude, its hyrdoelectric energy potential ranks is comparable to that of a large dam. Canada has recently constructed a power transmission line near the area, which would allow for easy transportion to areas in the Pacific Northwest. County officials are also hoping to lure power companies to the area to take advantage of the cheap resources the lake will produce.

Washington County to explore renewable energy project

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