The US Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for $100 million in grants to increase the sale, and use, of biofuels derived from the nation’s agricultural products.
Rural Development South Dakota State Director Nikki Gronli says the additional funding follows an April 2022 investment of $5.6 million that’s expected to increase the availability of biofuels by 59.5 million gallons per year in South Dakota, Illinois, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and California.
“South Dakota is key to reducing our reliance on foreign fuel sources while also increasing production of biofuels within our borders. Through this grant program, South Dakota farmers make cleaner, more affordable options at the pump a reality for Americans.”
Gronli says the grants will cover up to 50% of total eligible project costs – but not more than $5 million – to help owners of transportation fueling and fuel distribution facilities convert to higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel. These higher-blend fuels must be greater than 10% for ethanol and greater than 5% for biodiesel.
Applications must be submitted by 4:30pm ET Nov. 21, 2022.
Visit the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program to learn more, sign up for webinars or to apply.
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