How is the USDA involved in home energy standards

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United States Department of Agriculture?

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My guess is the USDA supports certain properties. Maybe residential farmland that falls under USDA approval? :man_shrugging:

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We need to cull our guberment, it is WAY out of control.

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I entered your thread title into ChatGPT and got this…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) plays a role in home energy standards primarily through its various rural development programs. Here are some ways the USDA is involved:

  1. Rural Energy for America Program (REAP):
  • REAP provides grants and loan guarantees to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements.
  • The program aims to assist farmers and rural small businesses in reducing energy costs and consumption.
  1. Rural Housing Service (RHS):
  • The RHS administers programs that support homeownership and home improvement in rural areas.
  • Some programs under RHS include provisions for energy efficiency improvements, such as the Section 504 Home Repair program, which provides loans and grants for home repairs, including energy efficiency upgrades.
  1. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Loan Program (EECLP):
  • This program provides loans to rural utilities to finance energy efficiency improvements, renewable energy systems, and conservation measures for their customers.
  • The goal is to help rural communities reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency.
  1. Support for New Technologies and Practices:
  • The USDA promotes research and development of new energy-efficient technologies and practices through various grants and partnerships.
  • This includes support for bioenergy, solar energy, and other renewable energy sources that can be integrated into rural homes and businesses.
  1. Educational and Outreach Programs:
  • The USDA conducts educational programs and outreach activities to promote awareness and adoption of energy-efficient practices among rural homeowners and businesses.
  • These programs often include workshops, training sessions, and informational resources on energy conservation and efficiency.

Overall, the USDA’s involvement in home energy standards is part of its broader mission to support rural development and sustainability, helping rural communities reduce energy costs and improve energy efficiency.

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So let’s get rid “government” and elect a dictator. Seems to be what most are in favor of…

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Don’t bring sensible facts to this topic Ryan! This is totally uncalled for!!

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[quote=“Thomas Glaze, post:5, topic:244366, username:tglaze”]
and elect a dictator.[/quote]

Who might that be?

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Interesting… like I said.

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My guess is who you are going to vote for,prove me wrong,

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At least for the next 4 year term, there is no feasible candidate on the ballot that is pitching that idea. Maybe in 2028?

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Ha ha ha it’s just as i thought. You have no clue what a dictator is. Just more TDS.

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I agree! I have no clue what that is.

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More misinformation. During Trump’s first term he had a policy of no new regulations without getting rid of two. Then oatmeal brains came along and we are overrun with new regulations.

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Sure you do, it’s called phone spelling.

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What did he get rid of when he started a whole new branch of the military?

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The ‘Space Force’ isn’t a “New Regulation”, it’s an extension of the Air Force to bring it up to date to include, yeah, you get it… “Space”!

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So,
New branches of military = GOOD :smiley:

and

Let’s try to reduce fossil fuel energy use = BAD :frowning_face:
???

Just askin. :man_shrugging:

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How nice poor TDS Ryan, bless your heart. Carry on with your BS. :roll_eyes:

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Thank you, Comrade.

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Not exactly a “New Branch”, so much as he simply ‘Raised the Ceiling’ of the Air Forces responsibility!