Council of Energy Resource Tribes
The Council of Energy Resource Tribes (CERT) was formed in 1975 by 25 Indian tribes that own energy resources. Now, 29 tribes are members of CERT. CERT performs three valuable functions for its member tribes. (1) CERT provides a forum in which tribes can share and learn from each other's experiences. 2. CERT provides technical expertise to the member tribes. (3) CERT is a mechanism by which member tribes can express their needs and opinions with a strong and unified voice. In practical terms, CERT works closely with legislation in Congress, assesses energy resources and environmental affects, offers tribal planning and management advice, analyzes economic conditions, and plans educational and human resource use. Indian reservations contain enormous quantities of coal, natural gas, oil, and uranium, as well as undetermined quantities of geothermal energy and oil shale.
- Research Organization:
- Council of Energy Resources Tribes, Englewood, CO
- OSTI ID:
- 6761949
- Journal Information:
- Miner. Energy Resour.; (United States), Journal Name: Miner. Energy Resour.; (United States) Vol. 24:4; ISSN MENRD
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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