Energy-saving projects get $173 million from USDA

The Agriculture Department said it will award $102 million in loan guarantees and $71 million in grants for 1,114 small rural businesses and agricultural producers to install renewable energy systems or improve energy efficiency in their operations. Nearly $6 million was earmarked for 17 anaerobic digesters in eight states. Together, the digesters would generate enough… » Read More

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