Energy & Mineral Development Program (EMDP)
- Gary Hansen
- Jan 6
- 1 min read
TRIBES & TRIBAL ENERGY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR UP TO
$2,500,000.
Opening in Q2 of 2026!
WHO MANAGES IT?
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Office of Trust Services, Division of Energy and Mineral Development (DEMD)
WHAT CAN YOU USE IT FOR?
Fund projects to assess, evaluate, and promote energy and mineral resources on Indian land, including:
Conduct resource inventories and assessments for energy and minerals.
Perform feasibility studies, market analyses, or economic evaluations to support resource development
Support pre-development activities like baseline studies, testing, sampling, or initial resource exploration
Promote Tribal self-determination through sustainable energy and mineral projects
Develop Tribal capacity for energy and mineral resource management
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT?
Award Range: $10,000 to $2,500,000
Project Timeline: 12 months, starting upon award
Cost Share: None required
Number of Awards: Approximately 10 to 100 grants
Ready to empower your Tribe’s energy future?