Energy and Mineral Development Program 2025
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Bureau of Indian Affairs is soliciting grant proposals through the Energy and Mineral Development Program (EMDP) to assist federally recognized tribal entities in evaluating energy and mineral resources on Indian land. The program aims to enhance tribal self-governance by facilitating the development of these resources, with eligible activities including feasibility studies, resource assessments, and market analyses. Grants will range from $10,000 to $2.5 million, with a total estimated program funding of $8.5 million, and applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on August 13, 2025. Interested applicants must submit a tribal resolution with their proposals and can contact Jo Metcalfe at jo.metcalfe@bia.gov for further information.
Eligible Applicants
Only Indian Tribes and Tribal Energy Development Organizations (TEDOs) are eligible to receive EMDP grants for projects on Indian land, as provided under the Energy Policy Act of 1992, as amended, and codified under section 3052 of title 25 of the United States Code (25 U.S.C. § 3502 (a)). EMDP grants may only fund projects occurring on Indian land as defined in the under 25 U.S.C. § 3502. All grant applications must be accompanied by a Tribal resolution stating the Tribe"s commitment to fully comply with grant award requirements and identifying the Tribal grant lead point of contact. Section VIII, Paragraph F(a), "Resolution," below, for detailed guidance about Tribal Resolution requirements. Upon successful award of the grant, the Department shall direct all grant funding to the successful Tribal grantee. The Tribal grantee will then be responsible for distributing monies within the Tribe, Tribal Energy Development Organization, or other Tribal grant management office as needed.