Clean Energy Demonstration Program on Current and Former Mine Land Selections

OCED will engage in early, frequent, and meaningful engagement with local communities that host the projects. Communities will have substantive opportunities to engage with both DOE and the projects—starting during the negotiation process and extending throughout the full lifecycle of each project. 

On Friday, March 22, 2024, OCED will host a national briefing to provide an update on the CEML program and share highlights on the projects selected for award negotiations. Additionally, OCED will co-host five project specific virtual briefings to allow participants to engage with DOE and selected projects in their local communities. Selectees will provide information about their projects, discuss the project timeline, and share how community members can be involved. OCED will continue to work with stakeholders throughout the design, construction, and operation of the CEML projects. Learn more about CEML local engagement opportunities here.

CEML projects that are successfully negotiated and awarded are required to implement their Community Benefits Plans, including engaging with community and labor groups; investing in America’s workforce; advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility; and supporting the Justice40 Initiative. 

If awarded,  OCED will evaluate these projects through a  phased approach to project management  that  includes “go/no-go” decision points between each project phase where DOE reviews and evaluates the key elements of the project, including community benefit commitments, and assesses how well they are being implemented.