Vermont Rebates for First-Time RO Buyers

[EfficiencyVermont]

I wanted to let everyone know about Efficiency Vermont's Maple RO Rebate Program. For those existing Vermont sugar makers who are looking to install an RO for the first time, $1,000 to $3,250 in rebates are available for those who have at least 400 taps or produced 100 gallons or more of syrup during a recent season. Additional information and eligibility criteria can be found on our website: https://www.efficiencyvermont.com/Media/Default/docs/rebates/forms/efficiency-vermont-maple-ro-pre-qualification-form.pdf

Thanks!
-JJ

JJ Vandette, B.E.P.
Ag Planning Manager
Efficiency Vermont
128 Lakeside Ave, Suite 401
Burlington, VT 05401
Direct: (802) 540-7915
http://www.efficiencyvermont.com

[madmapler]

What if you desperately need a larger ro and are currently using an insufficient 1980s model because you couldn't afford the right one without the grant?:)

[EfficiencyVermont]

What if you desperately need a larger ro and are currently using an insufficient 1980s model because you couldn't afford the right one without the grant?:)

Hey Sean,

I'm sorry to say that our program is limited to Vermont sugarmakers who are purchasing an RO for the first time. I would encourage you to reach out to the folks at the USDA-RD Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). They have a bit more flexibility in the types of projects that they can help fund--including upgrades to larger ROs. I believe their next application deadline is May 2nd. The contact for VT (and NH) is: Ken Yearman, Energy Program Coordinator, (802) 828-6070, Kenneth.Yearman@vt.usda.gov.

Thank you,
-JJ

JJ Vandette, B.E.P.
Ag Planning Manager
Efficiency Vermont
128 Lakeside Ave, Suite 401
Burlington, VT 05401
Direct: (802) 540-7915
www.efficiencyvermont.com (http://www.efficiencyvermont.com)