Workshop 5
Workshop 5: Pathways to Trust: A Learning Journey Towards Equitable Tribal Partnership
Presented by the Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy
Thursday, October 30, 2025
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Native American reservations cover approximately 5% of U.S. land and hold an estimated 10% of the nation’s energy resources, including vast geothermal potential. Unlocking these opportunities requires more than technical expertise — it demands cultural competency, respect for Tribal sovereignty, and a commitment to inclusive collaboration.
This immersive training introduces key principles from the Alliance’s 20-hour cultural competency program, offering a foundational understanding of Tribal governance, histories, contemporary realities, and best practices for engagement. Participants will gain insights into Tribal sovereignty, diverse governance structures, and cultural protocols, while learning how to avoid common missteps and build lasting, respectful partnerships that uplift communities and advance clean energy goals.
Why Attend?
- Learn how to approach Tribal partnerships with humility and respect.
- Understand the legal and cultural landscape shaping Tribal engagement.
- Discover how equitable collaboration can streamline permitting, unlock incentives, and create shared economic benefits.
Let’s build a future where geothermal innovation and Tribal sovereignty go hand in hand. Reserve your spot today and be part of the change.
Breakfast, lunch, and break service are included in the workshop registration fees ($495).
Audience: Geothermal developers, engineers, project managers, energy professionals, renewable energy researchers, and professionals from industry service providers (e.g., EPCs, consultants, equipment suppliers, testing and certification bodies, and financial and legal advisors), as well as local, state and federal government officials.
This workshop partially fulfills the cultural training requirement for becoming a certified Preferred Provider in the Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy’s Preferred Provider Program.
For information on additional training, email Pathways@tribalcleanenergy.org.
