About Us
Founded in 2000 as the nation’s first energy efficiency utility, we are Vermont’s objective advisor on saving energy through efficiency, which is the most affordable, local fuel source. In every county, we provide Vermonters with technical services and financial support to improve their homes, businesses, and communities. We also train and partner with local providers of efficient goods and services so all Vermonters can easily find the efficiency resources they need.
Our Impact In 2017:
- We helped more than 121,950 Vermonters save energy
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These Vermonters will save more than $187 million over the lifetime of their efficient equipment and buildings
- Every $1 invested in energy efficiency in 2017 = $2.10 saved.
- Our Results
Our Mission
A History of Efficiency
Since 2000, Efficiency Vermont has helped Vermonters save energy and protect the environment. Along the way, we’ve redefined efficiency as more than just using less—and proved it to be a reliable, cost-effective, critical resource for our regional electric grid.
Working With Us
VT Hard Cider finds the sweet side of lighting design
Vermont Hard Cider’s warehouse is a clean, sweet-smelling space stacked high with cider (including their flagship brand, Woodchuck). Until recently, though, outdated, inefficient lighting was slowing …
Trapp Family Lodge saves energy while preserving tradition
The Trapp Family Lodge prides itself on preserving a bit of old-school Austrian charm in the hills of Vermont. In fact, until recently, the four-season resort still relied on old-fashioned …
The Murphey home is energy efficient and eco-friendly
Kelly Murphey had always dreamed of building his own home in the mountains, but never thought it would be possible while still in his twenties. Thanks to some creative partnerships with his employer- …
Tenant and owner find mutual benefits in efficiency
Vista Market had a problem: a megastore with a supermarket was moving into their territory. Located downtown in an aging building with older lighting and equipment, Vista’s profit margins were …
Jericho Settlers Farm grows year-round with solar and efficiency power
15 years ago, Christa Alexander and Mark Fasching started selling the extra produce from their prolific vegetable garden. They invested in some chickens, then some livestock, some more land, and …