Join Sovereign Energy and the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project to learn how energy efficiency can benefit several aspects of your life.

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We are hiring a Tribal Energy Policy Coordinator!

☀️ Must be based in New Mexico
☀️ Remote
☀️ Minimum of three years of experience working directly with Tribal Nations and Tribal entities.

Learn more about the job at sovereignenergy.org/careers or at the link in our bio.

While the New Mexico state government offers temporary financial aid, other sources of funding is needed to properly provide for Native and frontline communities.

Prior to budget cuts, New Mexico received $200 million a year from the federal government. The federal government owes Tribes and Pueblos $316 billion. These losses amount to devastating gaps in communities.

New Mexico governor signs bills to counter federal cuts New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed a package of bills aimed at shoring up food assistance, rural health care and public broadcasting in response to recently enacted federal cuts

New Mexico passed a series of bills aimed to serve as a band-aid for the loss of federal funding. The legislation intends to support food assistance, rural health care, and public broadcasting.

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💡 Curious how community solar actually works? You’re not alone.

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We’re honored to share that we've been selected as a 2025 San Manuel Cares grant recipient by Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation.

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Did you or a loved one live near the Trinity test site, downwind of nuclear testing, or work in New Mexico’s uranium mines or mills? You may be eligible for compensation under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA).

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Sovereign Energy Statement on New Mexico Environment Department’s Temporary Authorization of Los Alamos National Laboratory Tritium Waste Venting — Sovereign Energy Sovereign Energy strongly opposes Los Alamos National Laboratory’s venting of radioactive tritium scheduled to begin this Saturday, September 13th. This activity adds to a legacy of distrust, environm...

We strongly oppose Los Alamos National Laboratory’s venting of radioactive tritium scheduled to begin this Saturday, September 13th. This activity adds to a legacy of distrust, environmental injustice, and disregard for Pueblo and local communities.

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Join Sovereign Energy, the New Mexico State Energy Office, and Energy Wise for a webinar on Energy Efficiency & Incentives for Tribal Households!

September 24 | 12 PM
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Introducing the Broken Promises Tracker, our new information hub that lists actions taken by the Federal government to undermine Tribal Nations, energy sovereignty, lands, and cultural and historical preservation.

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Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Native people paying the price for 80 years of nuclear development » Native America Calling The summer of 1945 saw three nuclear explosions that ushered in a new era of experimentation, development, and fear when it comes to the potential for such a powerful weapon. Native people are among t...

Yesterday on Native America Calling, Sovereign Energy’s Marissa Naranjo (Santa Clara Pueblo), joined a conversation on the ongoing health, environmental, Tribal sovereignty, and policy impacts of nuclear weapons development in Native communities.

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Support tribal energy work for the long haul A new report released by First Nations Development Institute, with input from eight Native-led and Native-serving organizations, confirms what many of us already know: If tribal communities are to lea...

In her recent piece for the Santa Fe New Mexican, Sovereign Energy's Executive Director, Mayane Barudin reflects on the systemic barriers that continue to block Tribal Nations from leading in the clean energy transition.

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National Historic Preservation Act 2025 Changes

Image of desert, fence, and radioactive materials sign.

Despite the harms of this bill, we want to celebrate years-long advocacy culminating in the provision renewing and expanding the Radioactive Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), benefiting many Indigenous and frontline communities.

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The passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) brings many understandable fears within Tribal communities. Our team at Sovereign Energy is analyzing new information as it emerges. We will share our Tribal energy conclusions soon.

Join the just transition movement in the Albuquerque/Santa Fe area! US Solar is hiring for a Community Solar Partnerships and Outreach Lead. Apply to this job to help more New Mexicans access affordable clean energy ☀️

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Centering Tribal Leadership in Renewable Energy: A New Report from Sovereign Energy and Partners — Sovereign Energy In September 2024, Sovereign Energy facilitated a strategic convening of eight Native-led and Native-serving organizations committed to expanding renewable energy access across Indian Country. This ga...

We are proud to share the "Increasing Tribal Renewable Energy Report 2025", the outcome of a convening facilitated by Sovereign Energy, with Native-led, Tribal-serving organizations across the Southwest sharing their experience and expertise.

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Tell us what Tribal energy means to you 📝

This important survey will help inform our programming and how we can help YOU.

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Sovereign Energy Tribal Energy Assessment: Understanding the Knowledge, Projects, and Needs of our Communities Thank you for taking the time to complete this brief survey. Your participation will help our organization continue providing programs and services that support Tribal communities in advancing Tribal ...

Your insights are critical to identifying opportunities for infrastructure support, workforce development, and community-led energy planning.

All responses remain confidential and respect Tribal data sovereignty.

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This contract position will be responsible for advancing Sovereign Energy’s renewable energy education initiatives by supporting Tribal-focused outreach, stakeholder engagement, and workforce development.

We are excited to announce that we are reopening the Tribal Renewable Energy Coordinator position!

Learn more about the role and apply by June 30th.

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What is community solar—and why should Tribal communities consider it?

✔ Save 10–20% on electric costs
✔ No upfront investment required
✔ Available to PNM customers across New Mexico
✔ Promotes local green jobs and reduces reliance on fossil fuels

Recent grads and early career professionals interested in energy: apply now to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Energy Innovator Fellowship Program!

Deadline to apply is June 6th, 2025.

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Why Local Solar is the Solution to America’s Surging Energy Demands - Vote Solar America faces an unprecedented boom in electricity demand, driven by new technologies and the essential move towards an electrified economy. This surge, projected to grow our peak energy demand 24% by...

Local solar is a key solution to energy demand growth, and the budget reconciliation nonsense will only make that truer. Check out our piece summarizing the case: votesolar.org/why-local-so... cc: @votesolar.bsky.social @sachuconstantine.bsky.social

Tribal leaders, staff, professionals, and community members: your insights are critical to identifying opportunities for infrastructure support, workforce development, and community-led energy planning.

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The survey is confidential and designed to honor Tribal data sovereignty.

Sovereign Energy is gathering insight from Tribal community members across New Mexico to better understand your renewable energy needs and goals.

Take the survey and be entered into a raffle to win a $200 Visa gift card!

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What’s the Difference Between On-Grid and Off-Grid Solar?

Off-grid solar offers a way for off-grid homes to use clean energy and gain access to electricity. The solar panel sends energy to the house instead of the power grid and stores excess power in a battery.

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We are gathering insight from Tribal community members across NM to better understand your renewable energy needs & goals. The survey is confidential and designed to honor Tribal data sovereignty.

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