The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $441,560 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant (CFDA 10.868) to Cider Hill Farm, LLC on December 30, 2024. The two-year project grant supports the implementation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements at the farm's facilities in Amesbury, Massachusetts. The funding will enable Cider Hill Farm to install solar panels, upgrade HVAC systems, and enhance building insulation to reduce energy costs and expand the use of renewable energy technologies. The REAP program aims to help agricultural producers and rural small businesses like Cider Hill Farm increase energy efficiency and utilize renewable energy sources, thereby lowering their operational expenses and promoting sustainability.
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