A tribe built solar for its casino. Their utility says it will cut power The unusual conflict has pitted assertions of tribal sovereignty against claims that the solar array flouts state utility laws.

A Dakota tribe, Upper Sioux Community in Minnesota, plans to turn on a solar array to help power its casino & hotel. But if it does, its electric provider says it will disconnect the gaming enterprise from the grid, leaving the tribe without enough energy. #tribalcleanenergy #energysovereignty

Sandra, CEO of 10Power, at the Tribal Clean Energy Forum:
🔹 Partnering with Tribal Nations
🔹 Using early capital, tax models & blended finance

She calls for private capital to support sustainable community-led solutions.

#10Power #TribalCleanEnergy #ClimateJustice

No Handout: Why Tribal Solar is America’s Best Energy Bet Cody Two Bears explains how tribal solar development isn't charity but strategic investment, creating jobs, cutting costs, and building energy sovereignty across Indian Country—if programs like Solar…

The Solar for All program recognizes the potential of #tribalcleanenergy by supporting solar project development and solar lending. This program is a down payment that will allow rural and tribal communities to pursue energy independence and reclaim our nations' energy sovereignty.

Honored to kick off the
@tribalcleanenergy.bsky.social
Clean Energy Finance Forum alongside the #chichinospirit Dancers, who opened the event with powerful O’odham song and dance.
At 10Power, we believe Indigenous leadership is key to a just clean energy transition.

#TribalCleanEnergy

⚡ It's not too late! ⚡

Here's the link to register!
web.cvent.com/event/49c5ac...
Tribal leaders get free registration and travel stipends. Email info@tribalcleanenergy.org for information.

#tribalcleanenergy #energysovereignty #energyfinance #impactinvestment #solar #wind

Native CDFIs key to generating $250B in tribal clean energy investment, says Sen. Markey Sen. Ed Markey urges Native CDFIs to quickly deploy $20B in climate funds that could leverage $250B in total investment for clean energy projects in tribal communities.

Native CDFIs key to generating $250B in #tribalcleanenergy investment, says Sen. Markey - A $20 billion federal investment in #cleanenergy projects could unlock up to $250 billion in total funding for disadvantaged communities, including tribal nations