We're excited to share that North Star Public Benefit Corporation, along with Native American Development Corporation (NADC) and American Indian Consulting Services (AICS), is hosting the Carry the Fire: Tribal Energy Sovereignty Summit in Billings, MT, February 24-26, 2026.

This three-day summit will bring together Tribal leaders, energy professionals, investors, and community partners to explore sustainable, sovereignty-driven energy solutions and advance economic self-determination in Indian Country.

What to Expect:

  • Keynotes and presentations from Tribal leaders and energy experts

  • Networking opportunities with developers, funders, and policymakers

  • Matchmaking sessions connecting tribes with energy companies and project partners

Summit Highlights:

  • Day 1 - Choosing the Path (Feb 24)

Opening ceremony, keynote on energy sovereignty, panels on the energy landscape, case studies, and community talking circles.

  • Day 2 - Carrying the Fire - (Feb 25)

Governance, financing, infrastructure, workforce development, and leadership sustainability.

  • Day 3 - Lighting the New Village - (Feb 26 - Half Day)

Project readiness, action circles, commitments, and closing ceremony.

We would love for our community partners to attend and share this opportunity with your networks. Your participation helps strengthen collaboration across Tribal Nations and energy stakeholders.

To register for the conference, just scan the QR code in the poster above

Hotel Information (Double Tree by Hilton Billings, MT):

Group Name: North Star Energy Summit

Group Code: CDT94V

Deadline: February 9, 2026

Book online: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyh

We look forward to collaborating with you to carry the fire forward - building sustainable energy systems and empowering communities.

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