MHA Nation Pursues Self-Sufficiency Through Natural Gas and Data Centers
The Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) Nation is advancing its energy strategy by focusing on natural gas and data centers to reduce reliance on federal support. Located on the Fort Berthold Reservation, a significant oil-producing area in North Dakota, the MHA Nation is shifting its focus from oil to natural gas, which is seen as having a longer lifespan. Chairman Mark Fox announced plans to develop data centers, natural gas processing, and crude oil storage. The tribe aims to leverage its resources, including excess power and water, to attract data center development. Additionally, the MHA Nation plans to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) and agricultural products grown on tribal land, such as cucumbers and strawberries, to international markets. 
