Energy Conservation

The WNC Energy Conservation Assistance Program (EnergyCAP) provides opportunities for renewable energy production and improved energy efficiency for WNC farms and small businesses through grant funding, site assessments and energy audits.

Projects include:

Solar PV (water pumping, greenhouse fans, lighting, etc.)

Solar hot water (pasteurization, processing, etc.)

Renewable biomass or efficient greenhouse heating

Lighting improvements

Insulation

Ventilation and fans

Diesel-to-electric conversions

Wood pellet heating

Anaerobic digestion of manures

hydroelectric systems