12.13 Good Clean Energy News

Wisconsin Lands $24M in Energy Upgrades

USDA’s REAP program is investing $24 million in Wisconsin to cut energy costs, create jobs, and boost energy independence. Thirteen projects include solar arrays, energy-efficient grain dryers, and a methane digester creating jobs and saving businesses thousands annually while powering homes and supporting local economies.

$855K for Rural Solar Projects

Farmers and businesses in Madison and Macoupin Counties, Illinois  are receiving $855,000 through REAP for solar installations. These projects will save $140,000 annually in energy costs and produce enough energy to power 75 homes.

Sources

"USDA Invests over $24M to Lower Energy Costs and Create Jobs in Rural Wis. Communities." The Monroe Times, 28 Nov. 2024, https://themonroetimes.com/local-news/usda-invests-over-24m-to-lower-energy-costs-and-create-jobs-in-rural-wis-communities/.

Jackson, Blake. "USDA Invests $24 Million in Wisconsin to Boost Rural Energy." Wisconsin Ag Connection, 20 Nov. 2024,https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/usda-invests-24-million-in-wisconsin-to-boost-rural-energy.