The $250 million Echo Cliffs Health Care Facility will significantly improve healthcare access for the Bodaway-Gap Chapter and nearby communities. ETD, Inc., a Navajo-owned environmental consulting firm, supported this essential project by preparing an Environmental Assessment (EA) and a Supplemental EA. These assessments ensured environmental compliance and advanced critical infrastructure for the facility. A Facility That Meets Critical Needs for…
On September 27, 2024, a significant milestone unfolded three miles south of Page, Arizona, where leaders and community members gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the highly anticipated Horseshoe Bend Development Project. The public ceremony, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Arizona time, marked the start of a transformative project that promises to elevate the region’s economic profile, create thousands of jobs,…
Mission site leases are vital to the Navajo Nation, enabling faith-based organizations to provide essential services to their communities. Under Public Law 106-568 and the Navajo Nation General Leasing Regulations of 2013, religious entities can lease land for mission sites without requiring approval from the Secretary of the Interior. These leases are reviewed and approved by the General Land Development…
From 2022 to June 2024, ETD, Inc. collaborated with the Navajo Nation Water Rights Commission (NNWRC) to secure the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement, a monumental agreement that guarantees the Navajo Nation 44,700 acre-feet per year (AFY) of Upper Basin Colorado River water and $243 million for critical water infrastructure. This settlement is a key achievement in securing long-term…
The process of obtaining or renewing a business site lease is a critical step for businesses operating on Navajo Nation lands. For the Speedway Gas Station and Convenience Store in Kayenta, Arizona, securing this lease ensures the continuation of essential services and economic contributions to the local community. ETD Inc. played a pivotal role in this process by preparing an…
As a Navajo-owned company, ETD, Inc. takes pride in providing Environmental Assessment (EA) and Tribal Public Engagement services for projects that directly benefit the Navajo people and their land. Under contract with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Navajo Regional Office, ETD, Inc. led the District 14 Grazing Fencing Project, which involved installing 128.74 miles of fencing across five grazing…
The Navajo Nation Water Management Branch proposes to develop the Western Navajo Pipeline, a brand new water infrastructure system to expand the use of water from Lake Powell to Navajo Chapters throughout the Western Navajo Agency. Water is arguably the most important resource in the American Southwest, and this is especially true on the Navajo Nation. Like many areas, the communities…
Environmental stewardship and community support are key aspects of ETD’s mission. Recently, ETD provided environmental compliance services for the renewal of New Mexico Gas Company’s (NMGC) rights-of-way (ROWs) across northwestern New Mexico, focusing on critical natural gas pipelines that serve communities across the Navajo Nation and beyond. These ROW renewals enable NMGC to maintain safe, reliable energy infrastructure while adhering…
Summary: The Navajo Forestry Department has prepared this programmatic environmental assessment for the Navajo Forestlands Integrated Resources Management Plan (IRMP) (2018) in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 and other relevant Federal laws and regulations. It assesses the potential environmental impacts of the Preferred Management Plan and Alternative Management Options described in the plan. Federal guidelines define an IRMP…
Addressing the Housing Crisis on Navajo Lands ETD Inc.’s work in environmental compliance plays a vital role in addressing the critical housing shortage on Navajo lands. According to the late Navajo President Kelsey Begaye, the Navajo Nation faces a shortage of approximately 20,000 homes across the reservation. In response to this pressing issue, ETD partnered with the Southwest Indian Foundation…
The Development at Horseshoe Bend Includes A Luxurious 5-Star Resort, Cultural Center, 120,000 Square Foot Retail Center, And More! On Thursday, business owners, investors, and marketeers convened at the Twin Arrows Casino outside of Flagstaff, Arizona for the 6th Annual Navajo Nation Economic Summit. Being the 3rd and final day of the conference, events are winding down as the morning sessions…
Understanding the Homesite Leases Approval Process on Navajo Nation Navigating the approval process for homesite leases on Navajo Nation can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to ensuring compliance with environmental and biological regulations. Whether you’re planning to build a home or secure a lease for personal land use, following the established procedures is crucial to avoid setbacks. One key…
