Energy Programs
Colorado Department of Agriculture grants fund research and demonstration of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and agrivoltaics technologies to advance sustainability and climate resilience in Colorado agriculture.
Funder: Colorado Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: June 15, 2026 (Agrivoltaics Research & Demonstration Grant) | May 29, 2026 (ACRE3 Implementation Grant) | July 3, 2026 (ACRE3 Implementation Grant)
Funding Amounts: ACRE3: Up to $150,000 per project (60–75% of project costs); Agrivoltaics: recent cycles distributed $500,000–$1M total
Summary: Supports Colorado agricultural producers and researchers in implementing renewable energy, energy efficiency, and agrivoltaics projects to improve sustainability and resilience.
Key Information: Open to Colorado-based agricultural producers, processors, and research partners; separate programs for ACRE3 and Agrivoltaics.
Description
The Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Energy Programs provide funding for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and innovative agrivoltaics projects to support the state’s agricultural sector. These programs, managed by the Agricultural Drought and Climate Resilience Office, are designed to reduce energy costs, enhance business sustainability, and promote climate-smart agricultural practices. The funding is available through separate initiatives, including the ACRE3 Implementation Grant and the Agrivoltaics Research & Demonstration Grant, each with distinct eligibility requirements and project focuses. Both programs aim to help Colorado’s farmers, ranchers, and agricultural researchers adopt new technologies and practices that improve operational resilience and environmental stewardship.
