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Agriculture and Rural Businesses Energy Incentive Program
Agriculture customers have been underserved by energy programs in past years. There is a significant need in the agriculture industry to invest in their buildings and operations to become more efficient and sustainable businesses. Many of these sectors have been struggling to make ends meet and these businesses have limited capital to invest in their assets. Investment in these businesses could make them more efficient, reduce operating costs, and more stable to continue the vital operations that they serve.
When starting large (35+hp) electric motors the draw on the electric grid can be significant. This causes high electric use, demand charges, and even grid impacts such as power surges to other customers in the area.
Contact
Jake Wilkinson
WilkinsonJ8@Michigan.gov
517-290-7995
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant must be an agriculture, or related, entity (farm, crop processing, food processing, etc.). Also eligible are organizations that provide assistance/services to the eligible applicants listed.Funding Amount
A total of $75,000 will be made available for this program. Project funding will be limited at 50% of the total project cost.
Awardee Obligations
- Sample Agreement
- Meetings – minimum of monthly meetings with grant manager (in-person or by phone)
- Reporting – monthly progress reports and a final report on the project deliverables
- Payment Requests – financial status report supported by invoices, timesheets, receipts, and other supporting documentation as needed, no less than bi-monthly
Timeline
Application Posting Date: |
January 2023 |
Application Deadline: |
Ongoing until funds committed or May 31, 2023, whichever comes first |
Start Date of Projects: |
Effective date of Grant Agreement (dependent on application date and approval process) |
End Date of Projects: |
August 31, 2024 |
Deadline for Payment Submission: |
September 30, 2024 |