USDA announces major clean energy investments to strengthen rural America

In a significant move towards bolstering clean energy infrastructure and enhancing rural America’s power grid, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled plans to invest in clean energy projects across 23 states. 

USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack made the announcement at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s PowerXchange annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas. It underscores the Biden administration’s commitment to combatting climate change while supporting rural communities.