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

Grant Award Summary

Caher West Ranch LLC received a $1,000,000 Project Grant award dated September 10, 2025, from the Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS) under the Rural Energy for America Program (CFDA 10.868). This award supports the deployment of renewable energy systems at the awardee's agricultural operation located in Texas. The grant funding, which represents up to 25 percent of eligible project costs, will enable the installation of renewable energy infrastructure such as solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, or hydroelectric systems. The project is expected to reach completion by September 10, 2027, with funds provided on a reimbursement basis once the system is operational.

The Rural Energy for America Program administered by RBCS provides grants and loan guarantees to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to promote energy independence and environmental sustainability. Grant awards for renewable energy systems are capped at $500,000, though this award represents the maximum threshold for individual projects. As part of a broader federal effort to support rural energy development, the program has experienced significant growth, with over 4,800 awards issued in 2024 totaling approximately $1.99 billion in combined federal obligations.