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How to Finance My Wind Farm With Government Grants

Renewable energy grants are available from the federal government. These grants can be used to build and operate wind farms for energy production. The application process for federal grants is time consuming and requires planning. The application can take month or years to be accepted for a grant. Prepare for a long wait in processing the grant paperwork.

Instructions

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      Compile all necessary paperwork. Blueprints, cost estimates, profit expectations, land ownership and business models are required. Additional requirements are listed on the application form, as these change regularly.

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      Download the application. The Department of Agriculture and the Department of Treasury both have wind grant programs; each agency issuing a grant has a different application. Applications are available on the each agency's website.

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      Complete the application. Include all required paperwork compiled in Step 1. Gather any additional information required.

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      Review the application. Legal, accounting, research and development staffs must ensure accuracy in the document.

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      Submit the application. The address is located on the application form. It can take month or years before a decision is made.