The projects may include large and small wind turbines, grain dryers, geothermal systems, energy efficient refrigerators or freezers and methane digesters.
The energy efficiency improvement projects are eligible for up to 25% of eligible project costs but will not exceed $250,000.
The maximum loan guarantee is 75% of eligible project costs but will not exceed $25 million.
The combination loan guarantees and grants are also available. Under the Rural Energy for America Program, the feasibility studies also qualify for grants.
The last date for the applications is July 31, 2009.
