The village of Igiugig in Alaska is exploring alternative energy sources, including water power, to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. The community has also been in the news for its resourcefulness in guiding a medevac plane with headlights after the airport runway lights failed. Additionally, Igiugig has been the subject of various other reports, including the return of native bones from the Smithsonian and the opening of a new student-run cafe.