The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $841,223 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to Machia And Sons Dairy, LLC in Sheldon, Vermont. The grant, with a period of performance from September 2024 to September 2026, will fund the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements at the Machia & Sons Farm. Eligible project activities include the installation of solar panels, wind turbines, geothermal...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $943,750 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to Goma Dairy Farm LLC. The grant, awarded on March 26, 2024, will fund renewable energy system upgrades for the agricultural producer over a two-year performance period ending March 26, 2026. The REAP program provides grants of up to 25% of project costs to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems and energy...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Business-Cooperative Service awarded a $237,600 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to West Wind LLC on August 24, 2023. The 2-year grant will fund the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements for the for-profit, limited liability company located in Vermont. REAP provides grants and loan guarantees to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to promote the development of renewable...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $875,000 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to Chaput Family Farms, a for-profit agricultural partnership located in Jay, Vermont. The grant, awarded on January 17, 2025, will support the development of renewable energy systems and advanced biofuel production capabilities at the farm over a 24-month period ending January 17, 2027. The REAP program provides financial assistance to agricultural...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $376,000 Project Grant under the Rural Energy for America Program (CFDA 10.868) to Hornstra Farm Dairy, Inc. located in Massachusetts. The grant, awarded on September 19, 2023, will fund the installation of renewable energy systems for the agricultural producer over a two-year performance period ending September 19, 2025. The REAP program provides grants of up to 25% of project costs to agricultural producers...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $828,665 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to Ayushi VT LLC, a minority-owned small business located in South Burlington, Vermont. The funding is for the development of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements at the company's facilities. Specifically, the grant will support the installation of solar panels, HVAC upgrades, and building insulation enhancements to reduce energy...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $152,161 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant to Dream Winds Dairy LLC, a for-profit organization located in Michigan. The two-year grant, awarded on February 28, 2024, will fund the installation of renewable energy systems, such as solar panels or wind turbines, and energy efficiency improvements for the agricultural producer. The primary goal of the REAP program is to reduce energy costs and consumption...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $227,356 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to Lehman, Brian K, a for-profit organization located in Vermont, Illinois. The grant, which runs from September 13, 2024 to September 13, 2026, will fund energy efficiency improvements and the development of renewable energy systems for the awardee's business operations. The REAP program, authorized under CFDA 10.868, provides financial assistance to...
The Diemand Egg Farm, Inc. was awarded a $139,560 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grant by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services on September 19, 2023. This 2-year Project Grant will support the installation of a renewable energy system for the agricultural producer. REAP provides funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements, with the goal of reducing energy costs and...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $1,000,000 Project Grant to JDS Dairy Biogas LLC under the Rural Energy for America Program (CFDA 10.868). This grant, awarded on September 28, 2023, will support the development of renewable energy systems by the awardee, such as solar panel installations, wind turbines, geothermal systems, and energy-efficient upgrades to the business's facilities. The REAP program aims to reduce energy costs and consumption...