Up to $7 million is available to deploy clean energy projects in tribal communities, reducing reliance on fossil fuel and promoting economic development on tribal lands.
Tribes can now apply online to receive up to 40 hours of free technical assistance from DOE on renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.
Register today for free webinars for tribal leaders and staff on developing commercial-scale energy projects, responding to utilities' requests for proposals, and learning more about the competitive power market.
In support of tribal renewable energy production, DOE Secretary Chu issued a new policy statement and guidance giving preference to Tribes when DOE facilities contract to purchase renewable energy products or by-products, based on authorities under the Energy Policy Act of 2005.
News
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May 20, 2013
The Energy Department announced that five Tribes will receive technical assistance through the Strategic Technical Assistance Response Team (START) Program for renewable energy project development and installation.
Blog
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May 3, 2013
Learn how the Energy Department is helping Alaska Native communities reduce their dependence on oil by focusing on renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.
