Energy Sovereignty
Program Manager: Rachel Gates
Email: rhgates@pgst.nsn.us
Beginning in 2024, the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe started evaluating energy usage and needs, and considering solutions to put the Tribe on the path to future energy resiliency and, eventually, sovereignty.
This process will be refined and implemented over decades. Initial efforts have been aided by free technical assistance for island and remote communities provided by the Department of Energy through the Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project (ETIPP). Other partners in this project include Spark Northwest and Remote Energy.
Linked on this page, please find resources to help you understand the Tribe’s efforts towards energy resiliency and how you can become more energy aware and efficient.
Call for Artists – Energy Program Logo
We are seeking logo designs from Tribal artists. Please read more about the guidelines Call for Artists Energy Program Logo.
Email submissions Rachel Gates at rhgates@pgst.nsn.us by February 28, 2026.
Upcoming Events & Trainings
Nothing at this time – stay tuned!
PGST Strategic Energy Plan
PGST Council adopted a Strategic Energy Plan on February 10, 2026. The full plan is linked above and can also be downloaded here. A summary handout for community members is currently in the works and will be shared soon.
Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe Delegation visiting the Department of Energy – Washington, DC. September 2025.
Energy Information Pages
Energy Dictionary
Residential Energy
Electric Vehicle Resources
Workforce Development
Tribal Energy Plans
The Tribe’s Energy Strategic Plan is currently in-process. We will be working on a variety of projects including EV charger installation, fleet electrification, energy efficiency improvements, outreach, and more. Stay tuned for further updates!
Contact the Energy Program Manager