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Programs Benefiting Atmospheric Resources Available Through EQIPPractices that benefit Atmospheric Resources are available through the 2007 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Practices to Minimize or Reduce Emissions of Fine Particulate Matter, Odors, and/or Greenhouse GasesThe participant shall develop an Atmospheric Resource Quality Management Plan to reduce or control emissions of fine particulate matter (PM-2.5), odors, and/or greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrous oxide (N2O) and methane (CH4)) to the atmosphere from cropland, dairies, poultry or swine operations, and other land. Practices include replacing farm equipment fuel with bio-diesel or ethanol to reduce fossil fuel use. Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency PracticesThe participant shall have construction plans completed for all energy conservation or energy efficiency projects prior to EQIP application. The plans shall be completed by an independent contractor at the participant's expense and be reviewed by NRCS for adequacy. Plans shall contain specifications and a detailed cost estimate. Practices include thermal blanket insulation in greenhouses, maple sap pre-heater, combination maple sap pre-heater and evaporator, maple sap reverse osmosis, and energy efficient irrigation pumps on irrigated cropland. The participant shall have a feasibility study conducted for all proposed solar, wind, or geothermal renewable energy source projects prior to EQIP application. The study shall be conducted by an independent contractor at the participant's expense and be reviewed by NRCS for adequacy prior to submitting an EQIP application. The feasibility study must show a favorable cost-benefit for the project as determined by NRCS. Construction plans shall also be completed. The plans must be completed by an independent contractor at the participant's expense and be reviewed by NRCS for adequacy. Plans shall contain specifications and a detailed cost estimate. This practice includes solar hot water production, electricity production using solar photovoltaic cells or windmills, and geothermal heating systems. Odor Control, Reduction of Methane EmissionsCapture and utilization or reduction of methane emissions and/or odors from waste storage facilities shall be accomplished by installing waste facility covers and approved methane and odor reduction technology (e.g., flaring). For additional information or to apply, contact the USDA service center nearest you:
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