Reap renewable energy system (RES) grant unrestricted amount

The federal Project Grant award of $229,266.00 was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Cooperative Services under the Rural Energy for America Program (CFDA 10.868). The grant was awarded on November 26, 2024 to Whitehall Pharmacy LLC, a for-profit veteran-owned limited liability company located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The funding supports the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements at the recipient's rural small business facility. Eligible project activities include the deployment of solar panels, wind turbines, geothermal systems, energy-efficient lighting, HVAC upgrades, and building insulation enhancements. The project has a 24-month period of performance, with a planned completion date of November 26, 2026. This award demonstrates the USDA's ongoing commitment to promoting the adoption of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies among agricultural producers and rural small businesses.