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Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) - Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Assistance is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Rural Development. The REAP program provides financial assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for purchasing and installing renewable energy systems, including small hydropower systems (less than 30 MW).
Grants can cover up to 25% of eligible project costs, and combined loans and grants can cover up to 75%.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rural small businesses in eligible rural areas (any area other than a city or town of greater than 50,000 inhabitants) or agricultural producers. Projects must be technically feasible and have technical merit. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows grants up to $500,000 for renewable energy projects, loans up to $25 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) - Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Assistance is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Rural Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Rural Development. The Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) program provides funds to assist small and emerging businesses in rural areas. These grants can be used for projects such as equipment, real estate, training, incubators, planning activities, and establishing revolving loan funds.
Electric Programs (USDA Rural Development) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Rural Development. This program aims to accelerate system improvements and upgrades required to improve electric service in rural areas, as well as demand side management, energy efficiency and conservation programs, and on-grid and off-grid renewable energy systems.
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