DOE Allocates $50 Million for Tribal Energy Development in Oklahoma
The U.S. Department of Energy is allocating approximately $50 million to tribal nations to enhance energy production. This funding aims to support energy project development and planning in Indian Country, targeting public-private partnerships and workforce development.
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will open applications until July 24 for its 'Unleashing Tribal Energy Development' initiative, allocating around $50 million to tribal entities for energy project development.
Eligible applicants include tribal organizations, universities, and energy developers, with a focus on workforce development, geothermal power, and data centers, although construction costs are excluded. Selections will be announced in November, with final awards expected in February.
This initiative aligns with the Trump administration's strategy to increase domestic energy output, despite cuts to renewable energy funding that may impact some tribes. The Osage Nation in Oklahoma, home to numerous oil well bores, is particularly positioned to benefit from this funding, as highlighted by Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear.
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