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What are people saying about FEEP? "As farmers continue to face increasing costs, the data from energy audits and implementing energy saving plans can result in substantial, long-term savings." — William Upchurch, Executive Director, NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commision |
USDA is accepting applications for grants and loan guarantees in the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) until June 30, 2010. More information on how to apply for funding is available in the April 26, 2010 Federal Register or you can contact your local USDA Rural Development representative. The Rural Energy for America Program provides funds to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to purchase and install renewable energy systems and make energy efficiency improvements. Eligible projects include installing renewable energy systems such as wind turbines, solar, geothermal, biomass, anaerobic digesters, hydroelectric, and ocean or hydrogen systems. Funding may also be used to purchase energy-efficient equipment, add insulation, and improve heating and cooling systems. In fiscal year 2009, this program helped fund 1,485 REAP projects in 50 states, the commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the Western Pacific Islands. "This funding will help spur investments in technologies that will reduce reliance on fossil fuels, conserve natural resources and help build a sustained renewable energy industry in rural America," Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture said. "Support provided by USDA through these programs will not only benefit the environment, it will create green jobs and help America become more energy self-sufficient." For further information you can contact: The USDA Rural Development website can be accessed at www.rurdev.usda.gov. Information regarding the formal REAP grant announcement is at http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentidonly=true&contentid=2010/05/0229.xml |
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