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USDA Rural Energy for America Program Grants
Federal grants and loan guarantees for rural small businesses and agricultural producers installing renewable energy or energy-efficiency improvements.
About this program
USDA Rural Development's Rural Energy for America Program helps rural small businesses and agricultural producers finance renewable energy systems and energy-efficiency improvements. Hilo-area agricultural producers and eligible rural businesses on Hawaii Island may use REAP grants or loan guarantees for solar, refrigeration, efficiency, and other qualified projects.
Eligibility
Eligible rural small businesses and agricultural producers with qualifying energy projects.
Requirements
- Meet USDA rural business or agricultural producer eligibility
- Submit energy audit or technical report where required
- Provide project budget, matching funds, and application documentation