Agricultural Energy Grant Program (ENER)
The Agricultural Energy Grant Program funds Massachusetts farms to improve energy efficiency and install alternative energy technologies for greater sustainability.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size and duration vary by project; see program materials for specifics.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts farms in implementing projects that improve energy efficiency and adopt alternative energy technologies.
Key Information: Applications are submitted via the Climate Smart Agriculture Program portal.
Description
The Agricultural Energy Grant Program (ENER) is a competitive funding opportunity offered by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) to support agricultural operations in the state. The program aims to enhance energy efficiency and promote the adoption of alternative energy technologies on Massachusetts farms, helping them become more sustainable and maximizing both environmental and economic benefits. ENER is administered as part of the Climate Smart Agriculture Program (CSAP), which streamlines applications for several related MDAR grants.
