Energy Accessibility Videos
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Energy Assistance Program
BED continues to focus on supporting our customers who have experienced financial hardships and reminds our customers about the availability of our Energy Assistance Program. This program provides a 12.5 percent discount for eligible participating customers.
Lower Your Bill
The best way to lower your bill is to understand how your home is currently using electricity. Your online account can show you how your usage varies from month to month, day to day, and even in 15-minute increments so you can figure out the best way to start saving.
Net Zero Energy Podcast
The City of Burlington, Vermont’s goal is to reduce, and eventually eliminate, fossil fuel usage. In this podcast series, Burlington’s Director of Sustainability Jennifer Green and her guests share ways we can all reduce our energy usage for heating, driving, and everything else we plug in.
Shelburne Farms | Molly Webb
Molly Webb, Climate Action Advisor at Shelburne Farms, explores how the iconic non-profit farm is actively pursuing its Net Zero strategic goals by 2028. Discover how local initiatives—ranging from land carbon sequestration and innovative biochar application in dairy operations to electric cooking retrofits and geothermal heat pump adoption—are driving real-world climate action. Learn how these sustainable farm practices, renewable energy expansions, and nature-based solutions are directly integrated into community educational programming to inspire actionable environmental stewardship throughout the region.
Northeast Sustainable Energy Association | Ben Sachs-Hamilton
Ben Sachs-Hamilton, Conference Coordinator of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, shares insights on sustainable building practices throughout New England. Discover how regional Pro Tours showcase cutting-edge facilities, including the new all-electric Burlington High School. Learn about low embodied carbon materials, indoor air quality benefits, commercial kitchen electrification, and innovative clean energy solutions advancing our progress toward Net Zero Energy. Explore how community members, building professionals, and local residents can engage with upcoming educational events and transformative regional sustainability networking opportunities.
Electric Motorcycle Diaries | Ben Rich
Ben Rich, Commercial Energy Advisor at VGS, shares his experiences taking long road trips on electric motorcycles. Discover how clean vehicle technology has evolved, from battery range improvements and versatile charging options to overcoming range anxiety. Ben dispels common myths regarding electric vehicles, highlights the advantages of quiet electric dirt bikes, and reflects on memorable human connections made while charging across the nation. Tune in to explore how adopting electric transit can advance our collective journey toward Net Zero Energy.
Net Zero Energy News
- Burlington Electric Department Announces Plans to Build Solar Parking Canopy at Pine Street Office September 17, 2026 - Project Will Support BED’s Continued Effort to Build In-City Solar Generation
- September 2026 Net Zero Energy News August 28, 2026 - Net Zero Energy Festival thank you! We offer sincere thanks to the hundreds of community members who joined us at
- Mayor, Burlington Electric Department, IBEW Local 300 Announce Successful Negotiation and Signing of New, Three-Year Union Contract July 1, 2026 - The agreement reflects strong collaboration, supports employees, and advances BED’s commitment to safe, reliable, affordable, renewable power.
- Burlington Electric Department Announces New Hydroelectricity Power Purchase Agreements with New England Reliable Hydropower Holdings Subsidiary and Relevate Power June 1, 2026 - Agreements demonstrate continued support for supplying Burlington’s energy from clean, renewable generation from New England
- Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak and Burlington Electric Department Share Annual Net Zero Energy Roadmap Update, Announce New EV Fast Chargers, Introduce New BED AI Customer Support May 11, 2026 - Burlington thermal and ground transportation greenhouse gas emissions down 17.8 percent as of 2025 compared to 2018 levels