Approximately $16 million was originally made available to tribes through this RFA (combined spring, summer and fall rounds) to support the planning, design and construction of clean energy projects that promote tribal sovereignty, advance resiliency and contribute to Washington’s decarbonization goals. Commerce exceeded this amount and awarded approximately $17 million through the spring and summer review period. Commerce is now making an additional $6 million available to exclusively support clean energy siting and permitting for federally recognized tribes.
Tribal grant resources
- Apply for Tribal clean energy grants (on ZoomGrants)
- Tribal Clean Energy grant program documents (on Box), including full eligibility, evaluation criteria, application materials, instructions for applying, listening session resources, and Q&A documents
Timeline
- October 15, 2024: Third round of applications must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. (noon) PT
Tribal evaluation interest form
We are seeking tribal citizens, entities, and individuals with experience in working directly with tribes and who are passionate about clean energy, equity, and anti-racism to evaluate Tribal Clean Energy grant applications. Priority will be given to tribal citizens and affiliates.
The Tribal Clean Energy Request for Applications was published on February 15, 2024 and will have three evaluation rounds. Evaluator panel times are scheduled for the following dates (may be subject to change):
- Spring 2024: April 8th – April 19th
- Summer 2024: July 29th– August 9th
- Fall 2024: October 23rd – November 7th
Time commitment
- Evaluators may choose to participate in spring, summer, fall, or a combination of review rounds.
- The anticipated time commitment per round is anticipated to be 10-15 hours.
Individuals interested in serving as application reviewers should expect to dedicate approximately 10 – 15 hours of time or more per grant opportunity. Reviewers may choose to request to serve on one or multiple review panels. Individuals selected to be on a review panel will receive up to $75 per hour, compensation will be made via electronic gift card, or direct deposit. Evaluators who are current employees of Washington State or employees of the federal government may serve as evaluators but may not receive compensation.
Please express your interest in participating here or email us at EPICgrants@commerce.wa.gov to learn more.