Native-Owned Firm Aims to Bridge Energy Gaps
A Native-owned financing initiative called Huurav Energy has launched with the goal of helping Native American energy projects stalled by federal funding cuts.
Founded in Parker, Arizona, the company connects investors, philanthropic funds, and green banks with tribal projects across the country. Hundreds of renewable energy efforts on tribal lands remain frozen due to recent federal budget changes.
Founder David Harper, a member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes and of Mohave descent, says his mission is to make sure tribal communities can move projects from planning to production.
Huurav Short-Term Loans and Technical Support
Huurav Energy plans to provide short-term bridge loans and hands-on technical support for tribal governments. The approach is designed to prevent projects from collapsing while tribes seek permanent financing.
“Every day these projects sit idle, costs rise and opportunities disappear,” said Harper, who brings 15 years of tribal energy development experience. “Tribes have some of the best renewable resources in the nation, but without financing, those resources remain untapped.”
Harper explained that tribes often face unique financial challenges that slow projects despite strong demand for clean energy. By filling these gaps, Huurav Energy hopes to unlock solar, wind, and geothermal opportunities that benefit both tribal nations and the wider U.S. energy grid.
Unveiled at Tribal Economic Summit
The initiative was announced during the 2025 Great Lakes Tribal Economic Summit, where Harper emphasized the potential for Native-led projects to transform regional energy independence.
In addition to financing, Huurav Energy will guide tribal governments through complex permitting, regulatory, and technical processes. Harper stressed that outside investors often overlook these projects, even though they are based in areas with some of the country’s strongest renewable resources.
Tribal Energy at a Crossroads
Federal funding cuts have left a growing number of tribal projects unfinished or abandoned. Many leaders argue that without new financing tools, tribes risk losing out on billions in potential revenue, jobs, and sustainable infrastructure.
By providing a Native-owned financing option, Harper hopes Huurav Energy will keep tribes in control of their projects while reducing dependence on federal aid that may shift with political changes.
✅ Source: Tribal Business News
