The Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma received a $250,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs under the Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grants program (CFDA 15.148). The grant will fund a feasibility study to evaluate the establishment of a Tribal Utility Authority (TUA) for the tribe. The study aims to assess the tribe's current energy profile, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks, and identify opportunities to centralize energy management and integrate renewable energy solutions. The outcomes of the study will include recommendations for operational and financial strategies, as well as a phased plan for implementing the TUA. This initiative is intended to help the Ottawa Tribe achieve greater energy sovereignty, reduce dependency on external utilities, and enhance economic and environmental resilience. The grant period runs from May 2, 2025, to May 1, 2027.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $250.0k | 5/5/25 |