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Energy Resource Conservation

From US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

The Energy Resource Conservation (ERC) Program enables current Rural Utilities Service (RUS) borrowers to make funds available to their consumers for energy conservation and renewable energy projects by deferring payment of principal and interest.

  • Overview

    • Type

      Loan

    • Title

      Energy Resource Conservation

    • Source

      US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

    • Federal or State

      Federal

    • Award Range

  • Eligibility

    • Audience

      Local Government, Nonprofits, Public Agencies, Tribes, Utilities

    • Sector

      Energy Efficiency, Energy Infrastructure, Renewable Energy

    • Activity

      Energy Efficiency Improvements, Financial Assistance

    • Eligibility

      Participation in this program is limited to existing RUS borrowers with direct loans. Loans must not be Federal Financing Bank loan guarantees.

    • Location

      National

  • Application Process

    • Application Link

      Energy Resource Conservation Application

    • Requirements

      Terms of deferments vary based upon the principal balance and terms of the existing direct loans.

    • Disbursement Method

      Unspecified

  • Important Dates

  • Resources & Contacts

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