 The deadline for accepting grant applications for the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) has been extended to May 31, 2013.
Additionally, Congress has substantially increased the funding available which will allow for a greater number of projects to be awarded funding for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements. The basic program requirements are as follow:
- Eligible applicants include rural small for-profit businesses or agricultural producers who intend to install renewable energy systems or to make energy efficiency improvements.
- Renewable energy systems can include solar electric, solar thermal, wind, geothermal, biomass, blender pumps and anaerobic digestion systems.
- Energy efficiency improvement systems can include lighting improvements, insulation, electric motor replacements and other energy efficiency improvement projects as outlined in an energy audit.
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Grants are available on a competitive basis for up to 25% of the eligible project costs. Loan guarantees are also available for up to 75% o f the eligible project costs. Combination grant and loan guarantee applications cannot exceed 75% of eligible project costs. Additional information can be found at the following website: Rural Energy for America Program.
If you are interested in pursuing a grant or loan guarantee for REAP, please submit a complete application to the address listed below at your earliest opportunity. The following individuals can assist in answering questions and providing application documents for this program. |
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Cindy Musshel
Business Program Assistant
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Christie Hooks
Business Program Specialist
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Randy Monhemius
Business Program Specialist
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