Cherokee Nation Secures $1.3M EPA Grant

Cherokee Nation Secures $1.3M EPA Grant for Environmental Cleanup and Development

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — The Cherokee Nation has been awarded $1.3 million in grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These funds will support environmental assessments and cleanup planning across various sites within the Cherokee Nation reservation boundaries. The grant is part of the EPA’s Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment, and Cleanup Grant Programs, designed to aid in repurposing potentially contaminated properties.

A Step Toward Sustainable Development

“This significant EPA grant will help the Cherokee Nation continue our commitment to being responsible stewards of our land while creating new opportunities for economic development within our communities,” said Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr..

By assessing and cleaning up sites, the Cherokee Nation not only aims to protect the environment but also lay a foundation for future growth, ensuring benefits for Cherokee families for generations to come.

Focus on Environmental Stewardship

Christina Justice, Secretary of Natural Resources, highlighted the critical role of site assessments:

“Environmental site assessments are crucial first steps in understanding and addressing potential contamination issues. This grant enables us to take a comprehensive approach to environmental protection while creating new opportunities for community development.”

These efforts will ensure that sites are repurposed responsibly, aligning with the Cherokee Nation’s long-term vision for sustainable development.

About the Cherokee Nation

The Cherokee Nation, the largest tribal government in the United States, boasts over 450,000 citizens worldwide. Approximately 141,000 citizens reside within the reservation boundaries in northeastern Oklahoma.

The Nation provides essential services, including:

  • Health and Human Services
  • Education
  • Economic and Infrastructure Development
  • Environmental Protection

With over 11,000 employees, the Cherokee Nation and its subsidiaries are key contributors to the Oklahoma economy, generating $2.16 billion in fiscal year 2018.

The tribe is deeply committed to protecting its sovereignty, preserving Cherokee culture and language, and improving quality of life for future generations.

Cherokee Nation's Vision

The Nation remains dedicated to safeguarding its natural resources and fostering economic opportunities. Its promise to protect the environment aligns with its broader goal:

"Improving the quality of life for the next seven generations of Cherokee Nation citizens."

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