Reap renewable energy system (RES) grant unrestricted amount

The federal Project Grant award was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Business Cooperative Services under the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), CFDA 10.868. The $813,375 grant was awarded on July 25, 2024 to support Veddler Dairy Farm Inc.'s renewable energy system project. The funding will enable the agricultural producer to install a renewable energy system, such as solar panels or wind turbines, to enhance energy efficiency and expand the use of renewable energy technologies at its dairy farm operation in Marion, Michigan. The award has a performance period of 24 months, with a completion date of July 25, 2026. The REAP program provides grants and loan guarantees to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to promote the development of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements, aligning with the key products and services delivered through this particular Project Grant.