This program was created to assist businesses in undertaking coal research projects and further develop competitive communities with secure jobs in Indiana. Eligible research projects must use Indiana coal or have direct application to Indiana coal for funding consideration. Energy Star Programs - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy offer consumers, business, government and industry programs that help save energy as well as protect the environment. The State's role is to increase the energy efficiency of Indiana's housing stock through this program. Rebuild America Program - Various services and financial incentives are available to local school and community partnerships to help increase the energy efficiency of their buildings, thereby boosting economic development, improving working and learning environments, and preserving natural resources.
Loans are available at zero-interest, and no matching funds are required.
Eligible applicants include Indiana businesses. Eligible applicants include successful, expanding recycling companies building markets for priority recyclable materials. Eligible applicants include previous RPAF loan recipients who have completed their loan in good standing. Through creative review of operations and processes, new alternatives for waste reduction can be explored and considered. Eligible applicants include manufacturing and commercial businesses.