Washington State Grants Over $16 Million for Tribal Clean Energy Projects

The Washington State Department of Commerce has allocated over $16 million in grants for clean energy projects statewide, including funding for tribal communities on the North Olympic Peninsula. The Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe will receive approximately $1.3 million for a solar and battery system at the Dungeness River Nature Center, and the Hoh Tribe will receive over $700,000 for a microgrid project. Additionally, the Makah Tribe will use funding for a climate action plan to address future environmental challenges.

Published Mar 29, 2026

The Washington State Department of Commerce announced over $16 million in grants for clean energy projects, targeting several tribal communities on the North Olympic Peninsula. The Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe is set to receive about $1.3 million for a solar and battery system at the Dungeness River Nature Center to enhance operational reliability and reduce energy costs.

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The Hoh Tribe will receive over $700,000 for a microgrid project at its resiliency center, aimed at maintaining critical services during outages. Additionally, funding will support the development of a climate action plan for the Makah Tribe to prepare for changing environmental conditions. These projects are part of a broader initiative to strengthen tribal infrastructure.