Plans for a on-land cable between Utqiagvik and Deadhorse proposed by communication company Quintillion.
Kotzebue Sound has been freezing up about 45 days later than historic averages — around Christmastime instead of Halloween.
The lack of bids raises questions about the future of drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, after decades of debate. Some criticized the sale’s restrictions, saying they discouraged industry interest.
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