NORWICH, Kan. — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director Kansas Christy Davis announced on Thursday USDA is investing $479,553 in critical infrastructure to save energy across rural Kansas.
“USDA Rural Development is expanding access to renewable energy infrastructure, creating good jobs and saving people money on their energy costs,” Davis said.
A $9,808 grant will help purchase and install new refrigeration equipment at Norwich Fresh Market. The project is estimated to save 39,292 kilowatt hours (kWh) per year, equating to 29.61% of their energy usage which is enough energy to power three homes. Norwich Fresh Market currently has six employees.