Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant
- Currently Closed
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Eligible Recipients:
- Native/Tribal Entity
Program Purpose:
- Economic Development
Reserved for Energy
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Overview
Every year, the Division of Energy and Mineral Development provides the opportunity for Tribes to receive financial assistance to establish the legal framework for developing and regulating their energy resources.
We know that millions and millions of acres of Tribal reservations hold vast natural resources. We support development efforts led by Tribes in accordance with Tribal goals and priorities.
Development Activities Eligible for Funding
- Developing the legal infrastructure to create any type of Tribal energy business
- Establishing an energy-focused corporation under Tribal or state incorporation codes
- Establishing an energy-related Tribal business charter under federal law (IRA Section 17 corporation)
Regulatory Activities Eligible for Funding
- Developing or enhancing tribal policies, codes, regulations, or ordinances related to energy resource, including land-lease regulations in accordance with the Helping Expedite and Advance Responsible Tribal Homeownership (HEARTH) Act for energy development purposes or for business purposes connected to an energy project
- Establishing a Tribal utility authority (TUA)
- Adopting secured transaction codes and a subsequent joint power agreement with a state government
Related Resources
Information about the various grant, loan and financing programs offered through the U.S. Department of Energy.
Recording of White House webinar providing details on clean energy and power programs within the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook.
Funding Details
Funding Source:
- Ongoing Appropriation
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Applicant Guidance
For more information, please visit: https://www.bia.gov/service/grants/tedc.
Contact Information
Joann Metcalfe
[email protected]