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November 20, 2020
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Tune In To the First-Ever Virtual Indian Energy Program Review December 14–17
The annual event aims to bring together Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages to celebrate tribal energy successes and share information.
October 30, 2020
Energy Department Releases Formalized Process for Determinations of Cost Share Reduction Requests for Office of Indian Energy Awards
DOE's Office of Indian Energy announced a formalized process for Indian tribes to request cost share reductions under the Energy Policy Act of 2005.
May 5, 2020
Solar panels on Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Akwesanse Housing Authority’s Sunrise Acres Complex.
Energy Department to Invest More Than $5 Million in Tribal Energy Infrastructure Deployment Projects
This funding will help Native American and Alaska Native communities harness their vast undeveloped energy resources to reduce energy costs.
March 27, 2020
Department of Energy Announces Up To $15 Million for Tribes to Deploy Energy Technology
DOE announced up to $15 million in new funding to deploy energy technology on tribal lands.
March 5, 2020
DOE Announces Intent to Issue New Funding Opportunity for Tribal Energy Infrastructure Development
DOE Announces Intent to Issue New Funding Opportunity for Tribal Energy Infrastructure Development
Through this planned FOA, the Office of Indian Energy will continue its efforts to maximize the deployment of energy solutions.
January 29, 2020
Federal Internship and Employment Student Symposium
DOE’s 2020 Tribal Energy Webinar Series Kicks Off February 26
The monthly webinars will focus on how to accomplish specific tasks related to energy development on tribal lands.
November 13, 2019
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DOE Announces $15 Million to Deploy Energy Infrastructure on Tribal Lands
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $15 million in new funding to deploy energy infrastructure on tribal lands.
October 18, 2019
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Attend the 2019 Indian Energy Program Review to Learn About DOE-Funded Projects
The Office of Indian Energy is hosting its 2019 Program Review November 18–21 at the Sheraton Denver West Hotel in Lakewood, Colorado.
October 18, 2019
Kevin R. Frost at NTES
2019 National Tribal Energy Summit Connects Tribes with Solutions Toward Energy Sovereignty
Every two years, leaders from tribal and state governments have an opportunity to exchange ideas at the National Tribal Energy Summit.
September 27, 2019
Picuris Pueblo of New Mexico 1-MW Community Solar Array
DOE Announces Intent to Issue New Funding Opportunity for Tribal Energy Infrastructure Development
Planned funding will help Native American and Alaska Native communities harness their vast energy resources to reduce or stabilize energy costs.
August 1, 2019
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2019 National Tribal Energy Summit to Explore Energy as a Powerful Tool for Self Determination
The Summit will bring together tribal and state governments, federal agencies, and more to build networks, exchange ideas, and explore solutions.
July 23, 2019
Picuris Pueblo of New Mexico 1-MW Community Solar Array
DOE Announces $16 Million for 14 Tribal Energy Infrastructure Deployment Projects
This investment will help Native American and Alaska Native communities harness their vast energy resources.
March 11, 2019
DOE Makes Up To $17 Million Available for Energy Infrastructure Deployment on Tribal Lands
Funding will support tribes interested in harnessing their vast undeveloped energy resources.
February 5, 2019
Photo of 2018 Office of Indian Energy interns.
Indian Energy Undergrad Internship Program Now Accepting Applications: Apply by March 1
Interns will gain first-hand experience with existing tribal energy projects and exposure to issues concerning tribal energy technology use.
December 12, 2018
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DOE Announces Intent to Issue New Funding Opportunity for Tribal Energy Infrastructure Development
The funding opportunity announcement entitled “Energy Infrastructure Development on Indian Lands - 2019” will be issued early next year.
November 13, 2018
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Explore Tribal Energy Projects and Progress at the 2018 Program Review
The annual event aims to bring together Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages to celebrate tribal energy successes, network, and share information.
November 9, 2018
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November 28 Webinar to Highlight Tribal Microgrid Case Studies
This webinar will provide an overview of microgrid systems and technologies and how they can be used in tribal communities for emergency situations.
October 24, 2018
Photo of Moapa's solar panels.
October 31 Webinar on Distributed Energy Technology Trends and Costs
This webinar will provide tribes with a broad update on recent technological and cost trends for distributed energy.
September 12, 2018
Photo of Tonto Apache's community-scale solar project.
September 26 Webinar on Facility- and Community-Scale Project Development
This webinar will outline options for financing and addressing other challenges related to facility- and community-scale project development.
August 15, 2018
Largest Native American PV installation in the United States; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Department of Energy to Fund 15 Tribal Energy Infrastructure Deployment Projects
Projects will help Native American and Alaska Native communities harness their vast undeveloped energy resources to reduce or stabilize energy costs.
August 9, 2018
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August 29 Webinar on Utility-Scale Energy Development for Tribes
Attendees will hear about common challenges faced by tribes for utility-scale energy development, and ideas for how to approach these challenges.
July 17, 2018
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Department of Energy Issues $2 Billion Tribal Energy Loan Guarantee Program Solicitation
Solicitation provides as much as $2bn in partial loan guarantees to support economic opportunities for Native American and Alaska Native communities.
July 11, 2018
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July 25 Webinar on Request For Proposal Strategies for Tribal Community Energy Projects
The Office of Indian Energy is hosting a free webinar Wednesday, July 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mountain Time.
July 10, 2018
Award Winners 2017 DOE
Office of Indian Energy Recognized for Efforts to Promote Small Businesses
The Office of Indian Energy received the Federal Small Business Achievement of the Year award.
June 14, 2018
Photo of Moapa's solar panels.
June 27 Webinar on Evaluating Tribal Utility Authority Opportunities
Attendees will learn about the benefits and challenges of forming a tribal utility authority.