Rural Energy for America Program

Federal Agency

Sub-Department

Office of Rural Development

Purpose

To help agricultural producers and rural small businesses reduce energy costs and consumption and helps meet the Nation's critical energy needs.

Applicant and/or Project Eligibility Requirements

Funding can be used for the development of a renewable energy system or an energy efficiency improvement project.

Decarbonization Considerations

Projects which develop or retrofit a renewable energy system that produces zero greenhouse gas emissions will be eligible for up to 50% federal grant share. Biomass and biogas projects are eligible for up to 25% federal grant share instead.

Equity Considerations

Projects located in a disadvantaged community or a distressed community will obtain 15 points in the application review process. To determine if your project is located in a Disadvantaged Community or a Distressed Community, please use the following USDA look-up map: https://ruraldevelopment. maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id=4acf083be4c44bb7864 d90f97de0c788.

Helpful Tips

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Other Notes

If interested, contact your State Rural Development Energy Coordinator to discuss your project and ask any questions about the application process: https://www.rd.usda.gov/media/file/download/rbs-stateenergycoordinators.pdf

Deadline (Announced or Anticipated)

There are 6 quarterly cycles to spend this funding by September 30, 2024

Funding Available

$1,050,000,000

Max Award Amount

$1,000,000

Expected Allocations

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Average Award (Estimated)

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Matching Funds

25-50% cost share required, varying by project types

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