The Energy and Food Sovereignty Nexus Prize encourages Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) to develop student-led demonstration projects that increase their knowledge on clean energy and food sovereignty on TCU campuses. Projects may include but are not limited to:
- Greenhouses heated or cooled by geothermal (ground-source) energy
- Greenhouses powered by wind or solar
- Solar arrays that provide shade for crops to grow or livestock to graze.
TCUs are encouraged to incorporate local traditional crops and/or livestock into their designs, as well as relevant clean energy systems to ensure food is sustainably grown for their environments. Students’ valuable exposure and hands-on experience in energy and food sovereignty can then be shared to benefit Tribes.
Phase 1 prize submissions are due Dec. 4, 2024, at 5 p.m. ET.
- Form your team and join the competition.
- Register for the informational webinar on Oct. 15 at 3 p.m. ET to learn more.
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