Summer 2024 Program Changes & Reminders

Efficiency Vermont Program Updates & Reminders

Switch & Save Program Update

In partnership with Burlington Electric Department and Vermont Gas Systems, as of April 1st, 2024, low-income residents can receive up to 100% of Heat Pump Water Heater project costs reimbursed, up to $5,000.

Moderate Income residents can receive 90% of Heat Pump Water Heater project costs reimbursed, up to $4,500. See Efficiency Vermont’s HPWH Rebate Page for full requirements (including income eligibility).

Rental property owners are not eligible for this offer currently. Unit must be listed on Qualifying Products List at the time of purchase. If the customer does not meet the income requirements, they could still receive a $600 incentive.

The standard midstream (or post-purchase) $600 incentive can be combined with this offer. Please reflect any Efficiency Vermont midstream incentives received on the customer’s invoice (including unit make and model).

Energy Code Assistance Center

Efficiency Vermont is here to help Vermonters understand the most up to date State of Vermont building codes.

With the new Vermont RBES and CBES changes now in effect, Efficiency Vermont has plenty of training material to help you understand the current energy code. You can access many CBES and RBES training videos, as well as access other reference materials, by visiting the following Energy Code Support webpage.

Workforce Development Funding

The Vermont Trades Forgivable Loan Program is an offer from VSAC to help with offsetting the costs of training for a skilled trade. The loan covers up to full tuition, initial licensing fees and exam fees for qualified recipients enrolled in industry-recognized training and certification programs.

GMP Program Updates & Reminders

GMP Level 3 Incentive

Green Mountain Power's Level 3 EV charger incentive is now $10,000 per site to support the buildout of fast charging to directly address transportation emissions and accelerate the transition to electric vehicles. Contact the GMP Energy Innovation Team to learn more about how GMP can support a Level 3 EV charger installation at [email protected].

Charge Vermont Multi-unit Funding

Funding from Charge Vermont is available for Level 1 and 2 EV chargers at multi-unit residences in Addison, Bennington, Caledonia, Essex, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, Orange, Orleans, Rutland, and Washington counties. Funding is limited so apply now!

BED Program Updates & Reminders

BED’s changes to Centrally Ducted Heat Pump incentive levels for 2024

• Two rebate levels, “Standard” and “High-Performance”. Both Standard and High-Performance level models can capture the statewide mid-stream contractor discount. Customers installing High-Performance (HP) models are also eligible for an additional $1,350 to $5,450 mail-in rebate depending on size. HP models must meet “Energy Star V6.1 Cold Climate _North _Eligible for Federal Tac Credit” criteria as listed on the NEEP Qualified Products List.
• Please visit the BED website to see all current rebates on a wide variety of products.
• Please send any questions to: [email protected]

BED and VGS continue weatherization rebate partnership

• As ductless heat pumps become more common in Burlington, many buildings will be hybrid space heaters (partial electric heat pump and partial natural gas). BED and VGS recognize that many of these buildings would benefit greatly from professional weatherization upgrades.
• BED and VGS have developed a streamlined process to split the customer rebate.
• Customers will receive the same total rebate amount (based on VGS’s current rebate levels) but may get a check from BED and one from VGS.
• Please send any questions to: [email protected] or VGS staff can also answer any questions.

BED continues to offer the Weatherization Repayment Assistance Pilot Program (WRAP)

• With WRAP, a homeowner can make weatherization improvements and then make monthly payments through their monthly BED or VGS bill over a period of up to 15 years. This is a two-year pilot program funded by the state and overseen by the Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA).
• Qualifying weatherization projects can include insulation and air sealing, as well as heat pumps and advanced wood heating systems (when combined with weatherization improvements). The WRAP monthly charge can stay with the home’s account if the dwelling is sold.
• If a house is heated mostly with natural gas (VGS), then contact the VGS Team at https://vgsvt.com/climate/energy-evaluation/
• If a house is heated mostly with oil, kerosene, propane, wood, pellets, or electricity, then contact the BED Team at [email protected]