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USDA Rural Energy for America Program Grants for Winston-Salem-Area Producers

Federal grants and loan guarantees for rural small businesses and agricultural producers near Winston-Salem installing renewable energy or efficiency projects.

About this program

USDA REAP provides grants and loan guarantees to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements. While Winston-Salem is urban, eligible rural businesses and producers in the broader Piedmont and Forsyth-region market may qualify.

Eligibility

Agricultural producers and rural small businesses in eligible USDA rural areas near Winston-Salem with renewable energy or energy efficiency projects.

Requirements

  • Confirm USDA rural eligibility for the project location
  • Complete energy audit or assessment for efficiency projects when required
  • Submit application, technical report, financials, environmental materials, and matching funds documentation