Energy Programs
The ACRE3 Implementation Grant funds Colorado farmers and ranchers to install renewable energy and energy efficiency projects that reduce energy use and improve sustainability in agriculture.
Funder: Colorado Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: May 29, 2026 (ACRE3 Implementation Grant application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 per project; 60–75% of project costs covered depending on project size; minimum 15% cost share required.
Summary: Supports Colorado farmers and ranchers in implementing on-farm renewable energy and energy efficiency projects to reduce costs and improve sustainability.
Description
The ACRE3 Implementation Grant, administered by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, provides funding to help Colorado agricultural producers and processors install renewable energy and energy efficiency projects on their farms and ranches. The program aims to reduce energy costs, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and improve the long-term sustainability and resilience of agricultural operations. Projects may include any feasible technology that reduces energy use or cost, with a focus on agricultural energy loads.
