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Energy & Mineral Development Program (EMDP)
UP TO $2,500,000.
DEADLINE: JUNE 18, 2026.
6 days ago1 min read


Scott Davis Joins Colusa Indian Energy as Executive Vice President of Government Affairs
Colusa Indian Energy is pleased to announce that Scott Davis has joined the company as Vice President of Government Affairs.
May 73 min read


Colusa Indian Energy Partners with American Indian Recruitment (AIR) Programs on STEM Scholarship
Colusa Indian Energy is proud to support American Indian Recruitment (AIR) Programs, in providing scholarship opportunities for students pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Apr 242 min read


Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)
UP TO $2M - 20M.
DEADLINE: JULY 23, 2026.
Apr 141 min read


Unleashing Tribal Energy Development Program
UP TO $7,500,000.
DEADLINE: JULY 24, 2026.
Mar 311 min read


Colusa Indian Energy COO Kenneth Ahmann to be Featured on PBS’s Energy Switch
Colusa Indian Energy is proud to announce that Chief Operating Officer Kenneth Ahmann will be featured in an upcoming episode of the PBS series Energy Switch, highlighting the growing momentum of Tribal energy development and sovereignty across Indian Country.
Mar 312 min read


Colusa Indian Energy and Strata Expanse Announce Strategic Partnership to Develop AI and Energy Infrastructure Campus on Tribal Lands
Strata Expanse’s first partnership with a Tribal Nation, featuring a Center of Excellence (CoE) with plans for expanded energy generation and future development, announced at the 2026 Reservation Economic Summit.
Mar 253 min read


Colusa Indian Energy Participates in Port of Quincy Town Hall on Columbia Basin Power Project
Colusa Indian Energy was honored to participate in the Port of Quincy’s Town Hall Meeting on the Columbia Basin Power Project, held February 12 in Quincy, Washington. The meeting brought together community members, business leaders, and regional stakeholders for an open discussion on the future of energy reliability and economic growth across Central Washington.
Feb 172 min read


Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant Program
UP TO $450,000.
OPENING QUARTER 1 OF 2026!
Dec 19, 20251 min read


Solar On Multifamily Affordable Housing (SOMAH) Program
$3.50 per AC Watt for solar capacity dedicated to tenants.
$1.19 per AC Watt for common areas.
Nov 13, 20251 min read


Colusa Indian Energy Meets with The White House
Colusa Indian Energy (CIE) announced that Chief Operating Officer Ken Ahmann attended the third convening of the Government-to-Government Roundtable Series, hosted by the Native American Coalition for Economic Prosperity in Washington, D.C.
Nov 10, 20252 min read


Colusa Indian Energy’s Chief Commercial Officer Shelby Ahmann Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from the Combined Heat and Power Alliance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Alexandria, VA — October 10, 2025 Colusa Indian Energy is proud to announce that Shelby Ahmann , Chief Commercial Officer, has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Combined Heat and Power Alliance , recognizing a career defined by innovation, leadership, and lasting impact in the energy sector. Pictured Left is Thomas Smith , Board President, CHP Alliance with Shelby Ahmann , Chief Commercial Officer, Colusa Indian Energy. This re
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Powering Sovereignty with the Sun: How Colusa Indian Energy Leads in Solar Solutions
At Colusa Indian Energy (CIE), our mission is grounded in tribal sovereignty—and powered by innovation. As the energy landscape shifts toward renewables, we are at the forefront of delivering reliable, scalable solar power to tribal communities and commercial partners alike.
May 18, 20252 min read


Colusa Indian Community Council Wins NAFOA’s Government Impact Deal of the Year: Award Highlights Strategic Financing and Tribal-Led Healthcare Innovation
Colusa, CA — The Colusa Indian Community Council (CICC) was recognized with the prestigious Government Impact Deal of the Year Award at...
May 6, 20252 min read


Rotary Charities Seed Grant Resources for Change
ONE-YEAR GRANTS UP TO $10,000.
ROLLING DEADLINES
May 2, 20251 min read


Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund (TSAF) Tribal Energy Plan Grant
UP TO $50,000
INVITE TO APPLY NOTIFICATION: AUGUST 11, 2025
May 1, 20251 min read


Graceson Engineering Joins Colusa Indian Energy in Strategic Acquisition
Graceson Engineering Joins Colusa Indian Energy in Strategic Acquisition Jenks, OK – March 31, 2025 – Graceson Engineering, a...
Mar 31, 20251 min read


Colusa Indian Energy’s Ken Ahmann Invited to Speak at American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing on Tribal Energy Sovereignty
Colusa Indian Energy’s Ken Ahmann Invited to Speak at American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing on Tribal Energy...
Mar 25, 20252 min read


Guidiville Indian Rancheria Partners with Colusa Indian Energy to Install Solar/Hydrogen Microgrid at California Tribal HQ
The Guidiville Indian Rancheria , a federally recognized Pomo Tribe based in Mendocino County, California , is set to take a major step...
Feb 18, 20252 min read


Tribal Energy Snapshot: Colusa Indian Community Council
In this Tribal Energy Snapshot, learn more about Colusa Indian Community Council’s expansion of the electric distribution line to power more Tribal homes. The project was co-funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy.
Nov 12, 20242 min read
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