Tribal Energy Development Selections

In March 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy (IE) released the Unleashing Tribal Energy Development Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications from Indian Tribes for up to $50 million to maximize the deployment of energy solutions for the benefit of American Indians and Alaska Natives. 

IE received a robust and highly competitive response, with applications requesting approximately 10 times the amount of funding available. This incredible response was a clear signal of the need for affordable, reliable, and secure energy in Indian Country.  

Projects Selected for Award Negotiations 

On October 22, 2026, DOE announced over $125 million for 63 Tribe-led projects selected for award negotiations by IE. The largest-ever single investment in Tribal energy development in the Office’s history, these selected projects span 16 states and include 61 Tribal Entities.  

Read the full announcement here and see the selected projects on the map below. The full list of projects can also be downloaded here.

**Note: The map features one location per project. Projects may include and benefit locations not shown on the map.