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"Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Renewable Energy Systems & Energy Efficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans & Grants" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Renewable Energy Systems & Energy Efficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans & Grants is sponsored by USDA Rural Development. The REAP program provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems or to make energy efficiency improvements.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Agricultural producers (at least 50% of gross income from agricultural operations) or rural small businesses located in eligible rural areas. Must meet SBA size standards. Projects must have technical merit and utilize commercially available technology. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows grants: $2,500 - $1 million; Loan guarantees: up to 75% of total eligible project costs. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was March 31, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Renewable Energy Systems & Energy Efficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans & Grants is funded by 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.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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