Alaska Tour of Future Cities-

October 4th-8th, 2023

Tis the season of World Space Week, the Future City competition, and the self-guided Solar Tours. All national events that in Alaska have come together as the Tour of Future Cities. The first week of October is stuffed full of impactful events that provide insight on opportunities for Alaskans to lower the cost of energy and improve the quality of life for generations to come. Many you can view from the comfort of your home, but you really should share the experience with good friends, as we are doing here.

For over 60 years the American Solar Energy Society has been organizing the national solar tour and for the last decade ARK has been proud to collaborate and represent the state of Alaska. However, energy is an investment into future cities and aerospace provides the most efficient, and often elegant solutions to everyday problems like waste, hunger, and homelessness.

This year we are highlighting the overlooked opportunities to use solar to help the school district bridge their budget gaps. More than ever before, solar is more affordable, more reliable, and paired with suitable storage can prepare our schools for bright ideas and dark days.

2023 Event Schedule

Fairbanks Event
Host: Crystal Tidwell, Fairbanks City Council member
Location: 3002 Lathrop St. Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
Highlight: innovations in distributed generation

Anchorage Event
Host: Chris Tuck, former Alaska legislator
Location: 5800 B Street Anchorage, Alaska 99518
Highlight: innovations in community development

Kenai Event
Host: Willow King, The Goods sustainable grocery
Location: 45015 Kalifornsky Beach Rd. Soldotna, Alaska 99669
Highlight: innovations in transportation

Introducing World Space Week
We are the world, and every part of the world touches our lives. This nationally celebrated holiday highlights how investments in education and innovation continue to reduce the cost of living and improve the quality of life for this planet in the here and now.

Holding the space for new things is how it all begins, and then one day “BANG” a new universe is created ready to be populated by those who can adapt to thrive in the abundance mindset.

Oct. 4 Video
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Planting the seeds of a sustainable tomorrow