Membership in REFA is limited to qualified individuals, businesses or entities who own or lease farms or ranches in the United States upon which renewable energy facilities are located or may be under consideration for renewable energy hosting by the owner or lessee. REFA empowers farmer & rancher landowners to explore renewable energy opportunities with a commitment to protect your property rights.โ
Membership description and benefits
As a member of REFA, you will receive the following benefits:
The ability to leverage peer experiences.
Our membership network will provide invaluable access to landowners who have successfully navigated the renewable energy development process. Non-hosting farmers can gain insider knowledge on every phase, from initial lease negotiations to construction to operations so they can make informed decisions.
Access to professional advisors.
Landowners considering renewable energy on their property need access to a team of professional advisors. From legal counsel to insurance to legacy planning, REFA will provide its members with connections to experienced professionals who have worked on behalf of other landowners.
Renewable-Ready Communities.
REFA works with communities to ensure that those who want to farm clean energy have that opportunity. It provides local jurisdictions with model ordinances, examples and advice regarding siting and permitting processes to strike the right balance between smart regulation and encouraging economic activity.
Advocacy.
REFA provides a team of experts to advocate for renewable-energy choice on behalf of farmers and ranchers at the local, state and national levels, and brings farmers together to jointly negotiate desirable lease terms with renewable energy developers.