Efficiency Vermont announces 2026 rebates to help Vermonters achieve their home energy goals in the new year
WINOOSKI, VT
Weatherization, heating systems, and appliance rebates can help households save money—while funding lasts
WINOOSKI, VT—Vermonters can keep their New Year’s resolutions to save energy with 2026 rebates and financial support from Efficiency Vermont and partners across the state—including weatherization incentives while funding lasts.
“Improving your home’s energy efficiency in 2026 is an investment that will pay off for years to come,” said Peter Walke, Efficiency Vermont’s managing director. “It’ll pay off—literally—with lower energy bills. With improved comfort. With lower emissions thanks to more deliberate energy use. And by lowering demand, it supports a more affordable electricity system for everyone connected to our shared grid.”
Now is the perfect time to plan a home energy project. Find a contractor in the Efficiency Excellence Network near you to start your project or begin planning for spring.
Heat pump heating system rebates are available through a joint program offered by Efficiency Vermont and your electric utility. Efficiency Vermont’s website also has information on additional incentives that may be available from your utility.
Weatherization rebates offering up to 90% cash back are also available from Efficiency Vermont—with limited-time funding from the Vermont Department of Public Service supporting increased incentives for low- and moderate-income households. Free weatherization services for low-income households are also available through the state’s Weatherization Assistance Programs.
Incentives and solutions that can help Vermonters embrace energy savings in 2026 include:
- Free resources to prioritize energy investments in the new year. Understand current offers or diagnose high bills by calling Efficiency Vermont’s Energy Advisors. You can also schedule a free Virtual Home Energy Visit with an Efficiency Vermont energy expert to get personalized advice and a list of next steps toward your goals.
- Up to 90% cash back on weatherization projects. Air sealing and insulating your home lowers energy bills, makes a home more comfortable year-round, and improves indoor air quality. Weatherization also makes it easier to embrace clean technologies like heat pumps. Increased weatherization incentives are only available through the end of 2026—or while funding lasts.
- Rebates for heating systems that work for your household. Save up to $475 on a ductless “mini split” heat pump, or save up to $2,200 on a ducted heat pump. Or opt for advanced wood heating with a wood or pellet stove (and a $400 rebate), or get $6,000 off central wood heating systems.
- Save up to $1,000 on water heaters that use heat pump technology. Get a $600 discount when you upgrade to a heat pump water heater, bringing the efficiency and savings of a heat pump to the hot water needed in your kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room. Income-eligible households can get an additional $400 back.
- Create a healthy home with appliance rebates. Control your home’s temperature and save on energy bills with up to $100 cash back on a smart thermostat. Or manage moisture in your home with up to $90 off a dehumidifier. You can also get up to $400 off a heat pump clothes dryer or washer/heat pump dryer combo unit. If you’re already planning for summer, get up to $150 off a window AC unit.
- Businesses can save on energy investments, too. Businesses can get up to $25,000 in additional funding for custom projects or take advantage of increased incentives for pre-approved LED lighting projects. These incentives are only available for projects completed by November 2026.
Low-income households may qualify for additional support, including a voucher for up to $1,200 for replacing one eligible household appliance (like a refrigerator, freezer, or clothes washer). Additional offers include free weatherization through the state’s Weatherization Assistance Programs, and free efficient products like LED light bulbs and water-saving devices. Contact Efficiency Vermont for details.
Vermont lenders can also help you achieve your New Year’s energy goals with financing that removes up-front costs for home energy projects. Low-interest Home Energy Loans offer up to $25,000 for home energy upgrades, with 0% interest for income-qualified borrowers. Or you can pay off a project on your utility bill using the Weatherization Repayment Assistance Program. Contact Efficiency Vermont for qualifying details.
Additional rebates may also be available from your electric or gas utility. Contact Efficiency Vermont’s Energy Advisors to learn about all available offers.
About Efficiency Vermont
As the nation's first Energy Efficiency Utility, Efficiency Vermont has helped Vermont save $3.7 billion in lifetime savings and avoid more than 14.8 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions since 2000. Operated by clean energy nonprofit VEIC, Efficiency Vermont has received the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR® program Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence award over eight consecutive years. Efficiency Vermont works with partners to help our state transition to more affordable, low-carbon energy use through education, rebates and incentives, and support for our clean energy workforce. Learn more at www.efficiencyvermont.com.
Efficiency Vermont Press Contact
Matthew Smith
Phone: (802) 540-7662
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