Today U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Indiana Deputy State Director Curtis Johnson announced that USDA is funding a $1,406,715 project in Indiana to expand access to clean energy systems and increase the availability of domestic biofuels that will create new market opportunities and jobs for Hoosier farmers and agricultural producers.
"This Rural Development investment will play a crucial role in expanding the sales and use of renewable fuels, benefiting both Hoosier consumers and the environment," Johnson said. “The installation of E15 dispensers and ethanol storage tanks at these fueling stations in Indiana is a clear demonstration of our unwavering commitment to promoting the use of ethanol and biodiesel.”
This Rural Energy for America Program Grant will impact locations in Kokomo, Munster, Frankfort, Akron, North Judson, Warsaw, and Noblesville. The recipient, Good Oil Company, plans to install 19 E15 dispensers and 23 ethanol storage tanks at seven stations in these locations. Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program aims to assist owners of transportation fueling and fuel distribution facilities in activities designed to expand the sales and use of ethanol and biodiesel.
Background
Through the Inflation Reduction Act, the Administration is delivering on its promise to fight climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across America. The Act provides funding to USDA Rural Development to help eligible organizations invest in renewable energy infrastructure that will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions through programs like Rural Energy for America Program and HBIIP.
REAP provides grants and loans to help farmers and small business owners expand their use of wind, solar and other forms of clean energy and make energy efficiency improvements. These innovations help them increase their income, grow their businesses, address climate change and lower energy costs for American families.
HBIIP provides grants to fueling station and distribution facility owners—including marine, rail, and home heating oil facilities—to help expand access to domestic biofuels as a clean and affordable energy source.
For more information, visit: https://www.rd.usda.gov/inflation-reduction-act.
USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities, create jobs and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, Tribal and high-poverty areas. Visit the Rural Data Gateway to learn how and where these investments are impacting rural America. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov/in.
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