The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $1,000,000 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Project Grant to De Weerdt Poultry Farm LLC in Michigan. This grant, awarded on December 18, 2024, will fund the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements at the agricultural producer's facility over a 2-year performance period ending on December 18, 2026. The REAP program provides financial assistance to small businesses and agricultural producers in rural areas to support the development of renewable energy systems, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems, as well as energy efficiency upgrades like lighting, HVAC, and building insulation improvements. This award will help the De Weerdt Poultry Farm reduce energy costs, enhance energy efficiency, and expand the use of renewable energy technologies.
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