The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $179,243 Project Grant to Furrer Crop Farms under the Rural Energy for America Program (CFDA 10.868). The grant funds will be used by the for-profit agricultural producer to implement energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy systems at their facility in Wolcott, Indiana. Eligible project activities include solar panel installations, energy-efficient lighting upgrades, HVAC improvements, and building insulation enhancements. The two-year performance period runs from the award date of January 15, 2025 through the ultimate completion date of January 15, 2027. The REAP program provides grants of up to 25% of project costs to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency in rural areas.
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