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Energy and Mineral Development Program (EMDP)
- Currently Closed
Open Date:
1/31/22
Close Date:
44694
Upcoming Milestones:
Eligible Recipients:
- Native/Tribal Entity
Program Purpose:
- Energy Infrastructure
Reserved for Energy
Communities?
Yes
Bureau/Office
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Funded by:
U.S. Department of the Interior
Overview
The Division of Energy and Mineral Development provides the opportunity for Tribes to receive financial assistance to evaluate the energy and mineral resource potential of their lands through its grants. We know that millions of acres of Tribal lands hold vast natural resources. We support development efforts led by Tribes in accordance with Tribal goals and priorities.
Resources Eligible for Funding
- Biomass — Woody and Waste
- Hydro
- Solar
- Wind
- Geothermal
- Oil
- Natural gas
- Coal bed methane
- Uranium
- Coal
- Industrial minerals (sand and gravel)
- Precious minerals (gold, silver, and platinum)
- Base minerals (lead, copper, and zinc)
- Ferrous metal minerals (iron, tungsten, and chromium)
Activities Eligible for Funding
- Resource Assessment
- Exploration Studies
- Feasibility Studies
- Market Studies
- Engineering Studies
- Economic Evaluation
- Defining Potential Targets for Development
Related Resources
Funding Details
Funding Source:
- Ongoing Appropriation
Funding Type:
Grant - no match
Total Amount Available:
Limit per Applicant:
2500000
Estimated Awards:
Applicant Guidance
For more information, please visit: https://www.bia.gov/service/grants/emdp.
Contact Information
Jo Ann Metcalfe
[email protected]