Our Vision

A clean energy transition led by Tribes.

The energy system is undergoing significant change. New technology, new policies, and new business models are reshaping how energy is generated and delivered to customers. This clean energy transition requires significant investment in infrastructure and people. Tribes are well-positioned to take advantage of the economic opportunity and take the lead in the transition for the following reasons:

  • Renewable resources on Tribal Lands are significant. According to a 2018 study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the economic potential of wind and solar alone on Tribal Lands totals $75 billion in project investment.

  • Tribal Sovereignty affords the Tribe unique advantages when it comes to shaping energy policy, developing renewable energy projects, and managing energy resources.

  • Tribal Values align with the major themes of the clean energy transition: sustainability, self-reliance, and locally-owned generation. 

  • Tribal Governance allows the Tribe to enhance the value of energy projects by ensuring the potential benefits are realized across various tribal departments: land and natural resources, gaming, economic development, housing, public works, community services, etc.

Our Mission is to weave energy into Tribal communities to create a sustainable and prosperous future for Tribes.

Our Values

  • Sovereignty and Self-determination should be at the core of energy decisions.

  • Tribal Capacity. Our goal is to empower Tribal leadership, management, and staff to bring the Strategic Energy Plan to life.

  • Tribal Leadership. We believe Tribes are positioned to take a leadership role in the clean energy transition.

  • Tribal Innovation. Tribes have the unique opportunity to develop innovative technology, policy, and business model solutions.

  • Economic Development. Woven energy planning and investments can fuel economic development on Tribal Lands, if done correctly.

  • Sustainability. Energy investments made today should result in a sustainable world seven generations into the future.