REAP changed on October 1, 2026. USDA now funds finished projects, and expects applications to open around January 2027. See the timeline

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How competitive is your REAP application?

Enter your project numbers. We apply USDA's published point tables and show your estimated score out of 90, criterion by criterion.

Last updated October 2, 2026. Reflects USDA's October 1, 2026 final rule.

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Your project

Project type

Renewable energy systemSolar, wind, biomass, geothermal, hydro, digester Energy efficiency upgradeLighting, HVAC, motors, insulation, dryers

Total project cost ($)

Grant you plan to request ($) Up to 25% of cost

Has the business received a REAP grant or loan before?

Never Yes, but not in the last two federal fiscal years Yes, within the last two federal fiscal years

Energy numbers

Use your utility bills. Estimates are fine for now.

Energy used at the site in the 12 months before the project (kWh)

Energy the system produces per year (kWh)

Dollar value of that energy per year ($)Exclude fixed meter charges, demand charges, subsidies, and sales tax.

Business and environmental points

Does the business employ at least 3 people besides the owners?

YesNo

Does the business provide a critical community service?

For example, a grocery store, laundry, veterinary clinic, or medical office.

YesNo

Does the project produce zero greenhouse gases?

YesNo

Will the application address fire hazards on forest lands?

YesNo

Does the project comply with EPA's renewable fuel standards?

YesNo

Where should we send your score?

Your estimated score appears on the next screen. A REAP expert can follow up to help raise it.

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Business or farm name

Project state

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Estimate only, based on 7 CFR 4280.140(d) in the October 1, 2026 rule. Energy is converted at 3,412 BTU per kWh (EIA). USDA's own reviewers set your final score. Priority points (up to 10) are not included because USDA has not published them yet.

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