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$18.8 Million Awarded to Six American Indian and Alaska Native Communities to Install Cost-Saving, Clean Energy Infrastructure with an Additional $25 Million in Funding Available for Future Planning and Development Projects on Tribal Lands
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy announced today nearly $44 million for Tribal communities to deploy clean energy solutions that will bring energy security and resilience and help lower energy costs. Six American Indian and Alaska Native communities located in five states will receive $18.8 million in funding to install solar and wind energy infrastructure which will provide 5.6-megawatts of clean energy generation and battery storage for over 100 Tribal buildings.
“Under the Biden-Harris Administration, the DOE has provided historic funding for Tribal communities and today’s announcement doubles down on our commitments to ensuring these communities remain in the driver’s seat as together we deploy clean, stable and affordable power to those that need it most,” said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. “Tribal Nations are helping to lead the way as we transition to build more cost-effective, stronger, and resilient communities for the future.”.
will install a cumulative of 551-kilowatts of solar photovoltaics and a 1,311-kilowatt-hour battery energy storage system on five essential buildings, significantly enhancing grid resiliency, reducing energy costs, and promoting environmental sustainability. It is estimated that the systems will save the Tribe $9.3 million over the life of the systems.will refurbish two 200-kW wind turbines and install a BESS, with a power capacity of 320-kW and storage capacity of 540-kWh in Mekoryuk, AK.
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