s Alaskans, it can be easy to take our environment for granted.

With endless displays of nature and an abundance of resources in every direction, a short attention span could be forgiven. But like the crisp, clean air we breathe, there’s so much going on behind the scenes that one might not appreciate (or even consider). And for those not directly involved in the inner workings of the oiland gas industry, this rings particularly true.

Take an oil rig, for example. We all know what they do, but have you ever considered how they do it? This analogy also extends to the history of the storied industry itself.

Lucky for those reading May’s installment of Alaska Trends—we’re here to spell it out.

s Alaskans, it can be easy to take our environment for granted.

With endless displays of nature and an abundance of resources in every direction, a short attention span could be forgiven. But like the crisp, clean air we breathe, there’s so much going on behind the scenes that one might not appreciate (or even consider). And for those not directly involved in the inner workings of the oiland gas industry, this rings particularly true.

Take an oil rig, for example. We all know what they do, but have you ever considered how they do it? This analogy also extends to the history of the storied industry itself.

Lucky for those reading May’s installment of Alaska Trends—we’re here to spell it out.