RPC Celebrates $29 Billion in Clean Energy Investments in Wind,
The cooperatives championing wind, solar, agrivoltaics, and battery storage projects that deliver strong community benefits exemplify the transformative potential of renewable energy in rural
Solar Energy Expansion and its Impacts on Rural Communities
Over the last decade, solar energy production has grown 25% on average per year and installation costs have dropped more than 40%, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association
USDA Continues Historic Commitment, Partnering with Rural
The Navajo Tribal Utility Authority will use a more than $100 million investment to develop solar-power facilities and a battery energy storage system totaling 30.75 megawatts of renewable
Solar Energy Initiatives in Rural Communities
Solar energy initiatives have become increasingly important in rural communities as a means of ensuring access to clean and sustainable energy sources. This article explores the
The Use and Potential of Agrivoltaics in the United States
Solar projects accounted for more than 81 percent of new electrical generation capacity in 2024 (Pickerel 2025). The investment tax credits have also been key for agrivoltaics projects.
A Complete Guide to Rural Solar Installations
Solar energy is transforming rural properties across the world, with unprecedented opportunities for energy independence and financial savings. This guide explores the unique
US Department of Agriculture to invest US$6 billion in clean energy
These programmes are Empowering Rural America (New ERA) and Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) with investments in rural communities across 30 US states which will benefit
Empowering Farms, Ranches, and Rural Communities: The Promise
The future of agrivoltaics requires investment in thoughtful policy, collaborative research, and strategic partnerships that prioritize agricultural production and renewable energy.
Rural Solar Development: Opportunities and Incentives in
While urban centers have dominated early clean energy adoption, rural communities across the U.S. are stepping into the spotlight in 2025. With ample land, strong solar potential, and new federal funding
New ERA Project Announcements
This $11.6 million New ERA investment will be used for Concordia Electric Cooperative, Inc. (“Concordia Electric”) to support the construction of 150 megawatts of clean, renewable energy from a solar plant