The Lac du Flambeau Tribal Energy Program is a relatively new addition to the Tribal Natural Resources Department. Projects to date, and currently underway include the establishment of a baseline of tribal facilities' energy use, energy audits of Tribal facilities, assessments of the potential for renewable energy on the reservation (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass), educational outreach, and Tribal capacity building.



With this information, the Tribal Natural Resources and Planning Departments are developing a Tribal Strategic Energy Plan for energy conservation, and the development of renewable energy on the reservation. The Strategic Energy Plan will assist the Tribe in implementing energy savings measures and renewable energy projects to reduce energy use and spending, promote environmental stewardship by utilizing clean energy sources, and increase Tribal energy independence.