USDA helps solar projects in SEK
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Director for Kansas Rural Development Christy Davis announced Wednesday that Rural Development is funding 54 projects to generate clean energy and improve energy efficiency in Kansas. The $5,883,731 in investments are made through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).
“Expanding clean energy production benefits working families and small businesses in Kansas,” Davis said. “These projects are strengthening our energy independence and helping rural small businesses take control of their energy needs.”
Among the Kansas projects are: — A $35,400 grant will assist Kandy Rushing in purchasing and installing a 24 kilowatt (kW) solar photovoltaic (PV) system. Kandy Rushing operates Grow at Eden child care center in Iola. This project is expected to replace 29,260 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power two homes.
— A $12,258 grant will assist Kandy Rushing in purchasing and installing an upgraded heating, ventilation and cooling system. Kandy Rushing operates Grow at Eden child care center located in Iola. This project is expected to save the business 8,996 kWh of electricity per year.
— A $61,936 grant will help Tony’s Lawn Care & Irrigation Inc. purchase and install a 44 kW solar system.
Tony’s Lawn Care is a rural small business located in Neosho County. This project is expected to replace 53,834 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power four homes.
— A $93,957 grant will help Tony’s Construction Inc. purchase and install a 66 kW solar system. Tony’s Construction is a rural construction company in Chanute. This project is expected to replace 85,080 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power seven homes.
— A $97,500 grant will assist Sonic Drive-In of Iola LLC purchase and install a 60 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 81,710 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power seven homes.
— A $78,000 grant will assist Sonic Drive-In of Chanute to purchase and install a 48 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 68,470 kWh per year, enough energy to power six homes.
— A $23,780 grant will help For Sale By Owner Inc. purchase and install a 16.4 kW solar system. For Sale By Owner is a used car dealer in Chanute. This project is expected to replace 17,135 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
— A $99,540 grant will help Iola Pharmacy Inc. purchase and install a 71.1 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 99,645 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power nine homes.
— A $99,750 grant will assist Millers Inc. purchase efficient LED lights. Millers is a commercial printing company in Pittsburg. This project is expected to save $50,770 per year. It will replace 643,014 kWh per year, enough energy to power 59 homes.
— A $15,997 grant will help Rowe Motors LLC purchase and install a 10.66 kW solar system. Rowe Motors is a motor vehicle dealer in Chanute. This project is anticipated to produce 14,672 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
— A $31,508 grant will help SNS Tire & Auto LLC purchase and install a 21.73 kW solar system. SNS Tire & Auto LLC is a tire dealer in Chanute. This project is expected to replace 29,858 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power two homes.
— A $99,995 grant will help SF Automotive Chanute LLC purchase and install a 74.62 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 101,235 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power nine homes.
— A $19,275 grant will assist Brown Heating & Cooling Inc., an HVAC business in Parsons, purchase and install an 11.85 kW solar system. This project will realize $2,240 per year in savings and will replace 13,245 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
— A $190,000 grant will assist Alexander Manufacturing Company Inc. purchase and install a 154 kW solar system. Alexander Manufacturing is a metal fabricator in Parsons. This project is expected to replace 201,240 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power 18 homes.
— A $69,800 grant will assist Lucius Associates Ltd. purchase and install a 50 kW solar system. Lucius Associates is a rural small business located near Chanute. This project is expected to replace 59,039 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power five homes.
— A $97,500 grant will assist Mission Construction Co. Inc. purchase and install a 64.99 kW solar system. Mission Construction operates a fueling station and convenience store in St. Paul. This project is expected to replace 78,210kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power seven homes.
