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USDA to Partner with Energy Providers to Lower Costs for People in Rural Areas

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that USDA is seeking applications from energy providers to lower costs for people in rural areas. The grants will help providers offset costs for people whose household energy expenses total 275% of the national average or higher.

USDA is making the funding available through the Rural Utilities Service’s High Energy Cost Grant program.

To learn more, read the full Stakeholder Announcement.