New Empowering Rural America (New ERA) Program

Objective

RUS will utilize the New ERA funds to assist eligible entities to achieve the greatest reduction in greenhouse gas emissions while advancing the long-term resiliency, reliability, and affordability of rural electric systems.

Who Can Apply

• Not-for-Profit Organization

An electric cooperative described in section 501(c)(12) or 1381(a)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and is or has been a RUS or Rural Electrification Administration (REA) electric loan borrower pursuant to the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 (RE Act) or is serving a predominantly rural area (or a wholly or jointly owned subsidiary of any the preceding listed such electric cooperatives).

Assistance Types

• Grant
• Direct Loan

Program Contact

christopher.mclean@usda.gov
2027209545