Alaska Pipeline
I am opening this with the hope of inducing a discussion that may provide myself, and possibly others, insight into the status and various positions re. the Glenfarne LNG pipeline project in Alaska. I don't understand why Glenfarne's tax demands seem to be so all-or-nothing. I also don't understand how Alaska representatives and residents are expected to evaluate this issue with so little information being provided. If Glenfarne is expecting the state to be a partner in this endeavor then what is the justification for it's seemingly stubborn opacity? Also, there have been many, many positive announcements of agreements (binding or non-binding?) with purchasers, project managers, material suppliers, and more, but virtually no information regarding financing. How is this going to be financed? Is the financing feasible? Who are the prospective lenders, and what are the terms?
I realize that these questions probably come off as being highly pessimistic about the project. The reason that I want to explore my questions and frustrations is to gain a better understanding of this endeavor which I believe could deliver immense benefit to Alaska, and which I sincerely hope will get underway soon with plans beneficial to all parties.