Bryan Talks Energy Emergency Due to War in Ukraine

During his weekly briefing, Gov. Albert Bryan said he considered declaring an energy emergency due to the anticipated fuel shortages as a result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The crisis is negatively affecting the cost of energy around the world, including in the territory, he said. He warned to expect extra costs in shipping and supplies, higher fuel costs in transportation to bring items to the territory, and an increase in the cost of electricity.

Due to “this emergency situation,” he plans to fast-track options to keep his pledge to the public to offset energy costs. Bryan pointed out he made the pledge during the State of the Territory address before the Russian attack threatened the global economy.

“I stand by my promise when I made that promise to you on Jan. 24,” he said.