Monday, Jul 25 2011 4:23PM
Native American tribes throughout the country will receive funding from the DOE for green energy upgrades to their homes.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced recently 31 Native American tribes throughout the country will receive $6.3 million in funding during a two-year span for clean energy development.
The DOE states the funds should help many tribes create new green energy sources through energy efficiency projects. The new energy sources should help the tribes save money and reduce energy waste.
The grants will be split up evenly between feasibility studies, first steps planning and installation projects for tribal communities.
One area of the nation receiving funds from the DOE is Alaska. Nearly $900,000 will be provided to the Tlingit Haida Regional Housing Authority in Juneau, which will be used for energy projects in 14 tribal communities.
"Tribal Nations are well-positioned to take advantage of the benefits of clean energy and energy efficient technologies," said DOE Secretary Steven Chu. "Projects such as these will save energy and money, create long-term clean energy jobs, and spur economic development in tribal communities nationwide."
The DOE originally announced the availability of the grants in January.