SEC. 9007 reap-renew energy sys grants (man)

Red Lion Webster City Schools Solar LLC received a $447,879 Project Grant award from the Rural Business Cooperative Services (RBCS) under the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP, CFDA 10.868) on July 24, 2025. This grant supports the development and installation of renewable energy systems, specifically solar panel infrastructure, at the Webster City Schools facility in Iowa. The award is structured as reimbursement-based funding, meaning the awardee will receive payment upon project completion and operational status. The project is scheduled for completion by July 24, 2027, providing a two-year performance period typical for REAP awards.

The REAP program, administered by RBCS, provides grants up to 25 percent of eligible project costs to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to advance renewable energy adoption and reduce energy consumption in rural communities. Through this award, Red Lion Webster City Schools Solar LLC will deliver solar energy generation capacity that displaces grid-supplied electricity, delivering measurable environmental benefits and long-term energy cost savings for the educational institution. Grant funds are provided on a reimbursement basis following project completion and full operational implementation.