Rbcs reap IRA tech assist grants

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services (RBCS) has awarded a $400,000 Project Grant under the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) (CFDA 10.868) to Imperial Regional Alliance, Inc. The grant will provide technical assistance and referral services to agricultural producers and rural small businesses in the Imperial region of California to promote energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy systems development.

The funding supports the Imperial Regional Alliance's efforts to offer a roadmap to business success and development, including activities such as conducting environmental site assessments, providing training and assistance for small business startups and expansions, and contributing to initiatives like Southwestern Community College District's Rural Business Development Grant program. As a sub-award recipient, Imperial Regional Alliance, Inc. will assist with setting and achieving small business growth milestones under the college's program.