Rural Energy for America Program
Coverage of Rural Energy for America Program in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan Senate panel mulls financial ‘Catch-22’ for farms pledged federal clean energy funding
The Michigan Senate Energy and Environment Committee is examining the impact of the Trump administration's cancellation of rural energy grants through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). Affected businesses, including Harvest Solar and Westcroft Gardens and Farm, argue that the USDA created a 'Catch-22' by rescinding funds for projects that required a finalized agreement after completion, leaving 18 businesses unable to secure reimbursement.
- Trump is blocking solar for farmers. Can the Farm Bill fix that?
President Donald Trump has hindered the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), which assists farmers in reducing energy costs through solar energy. The Trump administration froze REAP, and advocates are seeking the Farm Bill to address the damage.