Overview
Let's gather to discuss how tribes can take action in shaping the future of energy at the "Tribal Energy Roundtable: 2025 Call to Action Discussion"
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Welcome to the Tribal Energy Roundtable: 2025 Call to Action Discussion! Join us at Eshleman Hall for an engaging in-person and virtual event where tribal leaders, energy experts, and community members come together to discuss the future of tribal energy. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and develop strategies for a sustainable energy future. Don't miss out on this important conversation - mark your calendar and be part of the movement towards a cleaner, more resilient energy landscape.
Agenda
12:00 pm
Welcome & Introductions
Chris Deschene, Executive Director, National Inter-Tribal Energy Council
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National Inter-Tribal Energy Council (NITEC) Background
12:20 pm
Guest Speaker
Ruben Gallego, US Senator, Arizona
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Video remarks to Round Table Attendees
12:30 pm
Inter-Tribal Energy Network (ITEN)
Discussion regarding why ITEN is important to a 2025-2026 Call to Action
1:00 pm
Identifying 2025 Tribal Energy Issues and Impacts
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Federal Funding
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Office of Indian Energy
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Industry & Market Challenges and Trends
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Business Opportunities, Created or Eliminated
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Tribal Energy Advocacy Vacuum
1:45 pm
ITEN Strategy Discussion: Activities Included But Not Limited to:
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Activate ITEN
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Draft Legislative Priorities
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Schedule DC Fly-in
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Draft 2026 Educational Seminars
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Train Advocates and Policy Leaders
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Draft ITEN Energy Roadmap 2050
2:45 pm
Call to Action Steps: Active and Measured
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Advocacy during 2025 NCAI Annual Conference in Seattle, WA
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Plan for 2026 NCAIED, IGA, NAFOA, NCAI, AFN
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Planning for 2026 Tribal Energy DC Fly-in (Q2 2026)
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Planning for 2026 Tribal Energy Furues Conference (Q3 2026)
3:15 pm
Last Chance Discussion
Session reserved for any questions or comments missed from earlier sessions
3:30 pm
Adjourn
Tribal Energy Roundtable Recorded Video