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High Energy Cost Grants - FundHubWA Closed $100,000 - $3,000,000 From US Department of Agriculture (USDA) The Rural Utilities Service (RUS), an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces a notice of funding opportunity, subject to appropriation, of up to $10 million in competitive grants to assist communities with extremely high energy costs.
The grant funds may be used to acquire, construct, or improve energy generation, transmission, or distribution facilities serving communities where the average annual residential expenditure for home energy exceeds 275% of the national average. Eligible projects also include on-grid and off-grid renewable energy projects and the implementation of energy efficiency and energy conservation projects for eligible communities.
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Buildings & Infrastructure Businesses, Education, Individuals, Local Government, Nonprofits, State Agencies, Tribes Buildings & Infrastructure, Energy Efficiency Energy Efficiency Improvements, Financial Help, Planning, Program Management, Research & Development Grants are for projects that serve an eligible community; grants are not for the benefit of individuals or a single business.
Individuals may apply on behalf of entities not yet incorporated but awards will not be made directly to individuals. Applicants must be located in the United States, a U.S. Territory or other area authorized by law to participate in programs of the Rural Utilities Service or under the Rural Electrification Act. Robin L Meigel, Finance Specialist, Phone 202 720 9452 Get answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) about funding.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Communities where average annual residential energy expenditure exceeds 275% of the national average. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
High Energy Cost Grants is funded by Rural Utilities Service (RUS), USDA. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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