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"Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant Program is a grant from the Colorado Department of Agriculture that funds projects combining solar energy production with agricultural practices, particularly in southeastern and southwestern Colorado. Now in its third year, this initiative supports research, demonstration, and outreach projects that integrate solar energy production with active farming or ranching operations.
Awards are available up to $150,000 per project. The April 13, 2026 application deadline has passed. Eligible entities include farmers, local governments, and organizations proposing agrivoltaics demonstration, research, or outreach projects.
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Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant This funding opportunity supports Colorado farmers, local governments, and organizations in developing projects that combine solar energy production with agricultural practices, particularly in southeastern and southwestern regions of the state. The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) has opened the 2025 application cycle for the Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant Program.
Now in its third year, this initiative supports projects that research and demonstrate the integration of solar energy production with agricultural use on working lands. The program aims to assist Colorado farmers in balancing renewable energy generation with maintaining agricultural productivity.
Grants are available for a variety of project types, including the construction or expansion of agrivoltaics systems, demonstration projects, outreach efforts, and research projects. In 2025, CDA will prioritize projects located in southeastern and southwestern Colorado, areas which have not yet hosted demonstration projects or received previous grant funding.
Eligible applicants include individual landowners or farms, Tribal or local governments, research institutions, higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit organizations. Applicants must submit a comprehensive proposal following the provided application template, including a project summary, approach, benefits to producers, and a detailed budget.
The maximum award for a single project is $150,000, and the total available funding for this grant round is $300,000. Applications must be submitted via email to [email protected] by 5:00 PM MT on Friday, May 30, 2025. An informational webinar to assist applicants will be held on April 29, 2025, and will also be recorded for later viewing.
This grant program is part of CDA’s Agricultural Drought and Climate Resilience Office (ADCRO) and is aligned with Colorado's broader goals for drought adaptation and climate-smart agriculture initiatives. Each project can request up to $150,000. Demonstration and outreach projects, particularly in underserved regions, are prioritized.
For profit organizations other than small businesses Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations Applicants must propose projects that integrate solar energy production with agricultural activities and benefit Colorado farmers and producers. Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant | GrantExec, a Euna Solutions® company
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Entities proposing projects related to agrivoltaics demonstration, research, or outreach. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $150,000 per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was April 13, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Grant Program is funded by Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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