Grants boost rural economies with clean power
To drive economic growth and sustainability in rural regions, the USDA under Secretary Tom Vilsack, announced a major push towards clean energy. This comes with a dual program focus through REAP and New ERA, promising to enhance the livelihoods of farmers and small business owners across 39 states, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
The administration’s commitment includes a total of $126 million in REAP grants supporting 654 clean energy projects, with Pennsylvania alone benefiting from $24 million for 112 projects. These initiatives are expected to significantly reduce annual energy costs for rural businesses, contributing to a greener and more sustainable agricultural sector.