Rural Energy for America Program
ID: 356838Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Rural Business-Cooperative Service (USDA-RBCS)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356838

Additional Information

https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/energy-programs/rural-energy-america-program-renewable-energy-systems-energy-efficiency-improvement-guaranteed-loans
Timeline
    Description

    The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering funding opportunities through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), aimed at supporting small businesses and agricultural producers in enhancing energy efficiency and renewable energy systems. Eligible applicants must meet Small Business Administration (SBA) size standards, and the program has a total estimated funding of $200 million, with individual grants ranging from $0 to $1 million. This initiative is crucial for promoting sustainable energy practices in rural areas, with applications accepted from October 16, 2024, through September 30, 2027, and a projected 6,000 awards anticipated. Interested parties can find more information on the program's website and should direct inquiries to CPGrants@usda.gov or their State Energy Coordinator.

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    CPGrants@usda.gov
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