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USDA Invests $180M in Clean Energy and Biofuel Expansion
Slice of Agriculture Team
January 15, 2025
Key Highlights:
586 projects funded across 42 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
$180M allocated through REAP and HBIIP to advance clean energy and biofuels.
Significant energy savings: Projects like Wolfe Brothers Farms in PA and Dakota Prairie Pork in SD to cut costs by up to 60%.
Biofuel infrastructure upgrades: $60M invested in new fuel dispensers and storage tanks nationwide.
Justice40 Initiative ensures 40% of benefits flow to disadvantaged communities.
Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Notable Quote:
“By expanding access to homegrown biofuels and clean energy systems, we are making long-lasting investments that will strengthen our energy independence, address the impacts of climate change and create new market opportunities and revenue streams for American producers while bringing good-paying jobs to rural communities.”
Why This Matters:
This announcement represents a landmark investment in clean energy systems and biofuel infrastructure, emphasizing economic growth, energy independence, and climate crisis mitigation. The initiatives under REAP and HBIIP demonstrate the USDA's commitment to rural development, environmental sustainability, and equitable resource allocation. By reducing energy costs and increasing biofuel availability, these programs bolster America’s transition to a cleaner, more resilient energy future while empowering rural communities.