NYSERDA Storm Relief Funds for homeowners & farming equipment

While searching for some other grant funding I came across these two very relevant and timely rebate and grant programs through NYSERDA for residents and businesses impacted by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.

The first is the New York State Appliance Rebate Program to provide rebate assistance to residents who lost appliances or equipment as a result of Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee, to replace lost equipment with EnergyStar appliances. Applicants cannot be receiving FEMA compensation.

Applications for Storm Relief rebates are being accepted. Rebates will be accepted on a first come, first served basis until program funding has been exhausted or January 31, 2012 whichever comes first. Funds are limited. Note: All Storm Relief Rebate Applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2012.

To qualify: Residents affected by Hurricane Irene: approved appliances and equipment must be purchased on or after August 29, 2011. Residents affected by Tropical Storm Lee: approved appliances and equipment must be purchased on or after September 9, 2011. For additional information go to http://www.nysappliancerebates.com/.

The second is The Agriculture Disaster Energy Efficiency Program, available to assist farms and on-farm producers in New York State damaged by Hurricane Irene and/or Tropical Storm Lee. Many New York State farms sustained significant damage by the recent storms and existing aid is primarily focused on crops and soil conservation. Under this program, $4,175,000 is available to provide financial assistance toward projects replacing and installing a farm’s electric and natural gas distribution and use equipment and systems damaged during the storms in non-residential facilities. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through 5:00 PM Eastern Time April 30, 2012 or until funds are exhausted. For more information go to http://www.nyserda.ny.gov/Funding-Opportunities/Current-Funding-Opportunities/PON-2422-Agriculture-Disaster-Energy-Efficiency-Program.aspx