USDA Rural Development in partnership with Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) (Renewable Energy Division), Montana Business Assistance Center and the National Center for Appropriate Technology will be in Helena on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 hosting the “Making Energy Work for Your Small Business or Agricultural Operation”.
This free, one-day workshop will feature the USDA Rural Energy for America (REAP) grant and loan program, the Montana DEQ Renewable Energy Program, as well as a comprehensive lineup of speakers, experienced in facilitating both energy efficiency and renewable energy projects here in Montana.
Detailed presentations and panels addressing funding options, energy efficiency projects, renewable energy technologies/updates, energy in manufacturing facilities, opportunities for agricultural producers and application assistance will be delivered. Additionally, program experts will host question and answer sessions and will be available for one-on-one consultation.
Media are welcome and encouraged to both attend the workshop and disseminate information as to the date, time, location and details of the event.
| WHAT: | "Making Energy Work for Your Small Business or Agricultural Operation" |
| WHERE: | Helena Chamber of Commerce |
| 225 Cruse Avenue | |
| Helena, Montana | |
| WHEN: | Wednesday, February 22, 2017 8:30 am - 3:00 pm (lunch provided) |
| Registration begins at 8:00 am | |
| WHY: | For many small businesses and agricultural producers’ energy costs can be among their highest variable costs. This program helps increase American energy independence by increasing the private sector supply of renewable energy and decreasing the demand for energy through energy efficiency improvements. Over time, these investments can also help lower the energy costs for small businesses and agricultural producers. |
Contact Donna Wyatt at (406) 585-2545 or donna.wyatt@mt.usda.gov to RSVP or for additional information.