USDA Rural Development Awards Over $800,000 in Clean Energy Grants To Strengthen Rural Iowa Economy

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director in Iowa Theresa Greenfield today announced that USDA is investing $806,660 in 27 projects across the state to lower energy bills, expand access to clean energy, and create jobs for Iowa agricultural producers and rural small business owners with funding through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).                          

“The projects that are being funded today will help lower costs, create jobs in rural Iowa, and help rural Iowa communities grow,” said Director Greenfield. “Under the leadership of President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Secretary Vilsack, USDA is committed to ensuring farmers, ranchers, and small businesses are directly benefitting from the clean energy economy.” 

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