The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $996,000 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to Golden Valley Beef LLC on August 31, 2023. The 2-year grant will provide up to 25% of the costs for the recipient to install renewable energy systems and implement energy efficiency improvements at their agricultural facility in Idaho. Eligible project activities may include the installation of solar panels, wind turbines, geothermal systems, energy-efficient lighting and HVAC, and improved building insulation. The REAP program aims to assist agricultural producers and rural small businesses in reducing energy costs and consumption while expanding the use of renewable energy in rural communities.
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