Decades of Partnership: Chevron and Tribal Nations in New Mexico

Chevron works alongside Tribal Nations in New Mexico to support environmental restoration, education and community investment.

From historic underground caverns to sweeping dunes of white sand and the fertile Rio Grande Valley, New Mexico is truly a “Land of Enchantment.” But look past the state’s magnificent landscapes, and you’ll see that it’s the people and culture of New Mexico that make it a place like no other.

New Mexico is home to 23 federally recognized Tribal Nations. These Indigenous communities are part of the New Mexico way of life. In the state, Chevron works alongside these communities, supporting efforts focused on land preservation and long-term community investment.

How Chevron supports Tribal Nations

Chevron and New Mexico’s relationship spans decades. The company is involved in Tribal communities in numerous ways, including:

	Environmental remediation Collaborates with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency on meeting regulatory requirements that aim to restore impacted environments.
	Education development Funds annual scholarships and STEM opportunities for Tribal students.
	Community investment Funds annual scholarships and STEM opportunities for Tribal students.
	Emergency relief Provided funds in response to the 2024 wildfires on Tribal Lands in southern New Mexico

Stewardship beyond operations

Chevron works with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These entities help support land preservation. One notable effort to fulfill regulatory requirements that Chevron is involved in is restoring land at the site of the McKinley Mine, a coal mine in McKinley County that closed in 2009.

Investing in future generations through education

Chevron has invested in education and workforce pathways through initiatives such as the Mescalero Apache STEM Center. Other initiatives include funding and resources for programs and institutions serving the Navajo Nation.

Key investments:

• Navajo Code Talkers Museum: Continuing progress toward creating a permanent site honoring Code Talkers and their role in World War II.
• Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI): STEM‑focused academic and workforce development programs for Native American and Alaska Native students.
• San Juan College: Training programs that prepare Navajo, Ute, and Pueblo students for careers in the energy sector.
• Trout Unlimited Indigenous and Hispanic Youth Camp: A multi‑day camp that uses fly fishing to connect youth in northern New Mexico with cultural traditions.
• University of New Mexico CURE Program: A research and mentoring collaboration involving University of New Mexico branch campuses, Native American Community Academy, SIPI, Navajo Technical University, and Santa Fe Indian School.

A lasting commitment

Chevron’s engagement with Tribal Nations is grounded in respect for sovereignty and cultural understanding. Across New Mexico, the company has worked directly with Tribal leadership on shared priorities such as education and managing environmental remediation.