Energy, Value-Added Ag Funding Opportunities Available
Join the USDA Rural Development Business Development team to discuss federal funding opportunities available to rural small businesses and agricultural producers, focusing on available funding options for renewable energy/ energy efficiency and agriculture production.
This presentation will provide an overview of project and applicant eligibilities and the processes, timelines and priority points needed to create and submit successful applications for the Renewable Energy for America Program & the Value-Added Producer Grant. The Department of Environmental Quality Energy Office will discuss energy efficiency and renewable energy technology 101, opportunities for energy savings and renewable energy production, as well as tax incentives and financing options for residential living and small businesses.
The workshop will take place Tuesday, Feb. 8, at Gunner’s Ridge in Glendive from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. From 2-4 p.m., one-on-one assistance will be available for anyone interested in applying for any discussed funding programs. There is no cost to participate and lunch is provided.
Event schedule: 9:30- 11 a.m.: DEQ presentation.
11 a.m. - noon: REAP presentation.
12:30 - 2 p.m.: VAPG presentation.
2 - 4 p.m.: Application assistance for in-person attendees.
Visit https://energyandagr icultureworkshop. eventbrite.com to register. For any questions, contact Hailey Vine at fadc@gndc. org or Alissa Miller at fada@epedc.com.
