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March 28 Webinar to Highlight Energy Opportunities in Tribal Housing

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy, in partnership with the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), is hosting a free webinar titled “Energy Opportunities in Tribal Housing” on Wednesday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mountain Time.

A tribal community energy plan identifies desired changes for energy generation and consumption in the community. But how can the tribe work toward achieving those objectives? In this webinar, tribal leaders and community members will learn how to progress toward established energy goals with a focus on opportunities in tribal housing. Speakers will discuss how to establish departments or groups within the tribe to lead both near- and long-term energy planning priorities; the importance of documentation and knowledge transfer as tribal members and tribal councils change; and, for those further along in the development process, the benefits of developing new tribal energy organizations to support project negotiation strategies, and foster and grow tribal management capabilities.

The webinar will begin with opening remarks from Lizana Pierce of the Office of Indian Energy, followed by presentations from:

  • Sarah Olson, Grants Management Specialist, Southwest Office of Native American Programs, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), who will talk about HUD programs supporting sustainable construction;
  • Carrie Nelson, Program Manager, State and Tribal Low Income Energy Efficiency Program, Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), who will discuss BPA's Tribal Energy Efficiency Program;
  • Retha Leno, Executive Director, Akwesasne Housing Authority, who will present a case study of housing projects utilizing energy efficient design, solar energy, and heat pumps; and
  • Alex Terry, Assistant Executive Director, Tohono O’odham Ki:Ki Association, who will present a case study on energy efficient and culturally appropriate housing.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. Register now for this webinar, and learn more about the 2018 Tribal Sovereignty and Self-Determination through Community Energy Development webinar series.

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