Date: 12/15/2022
Type: Implementation of IRA
On December 15, 2022, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) announced that it is making an additional 884 investments through the Rural Energy for America Program to support critical infrastructure to lower energy costs, expand access to clean energy, and combat climate change for rural America. Together, the investments are valued at $300 million, including $250 million appropriated by the IRA. The investments will benefit agricultural producers and others living in rural communities in 46 states.