Rates and Energy Assistance Update for Fiscal Year 2027
Consistent with our goal of moderate, annual rate changes, on July 17, 2026, BED will file with the VT Public Utility Commission (PUC) a proposed 2.99% rate increase effective on bills rendered on/after October 1, 2026. Comments on the proposed rate change may be sent to BED at 802-865-7300 or ratechange@burlingtonelectric.com; the PUC via ePUC or PUC.Clerk@vermont.gov; or the VT Dept of Public Service, Consumer Affairs and Public Information Division at 800-622-4496 or psd.consumer@vermont.gov.
You can read the full details here.
BED 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.
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Building GIANTS | Nate Gunesch
Nate Gunesch, a DOE Energy Innovator Fellow, joins us to discuss the exciting Building GIANTS program. Discover how smart buildings using electric heating and cooling systems are being converted into thermal batteries. This innovative approach to flexible load management helps reduce peak power demand, lowers carbon emissions, and saves money for Burlington residents. Learn about commercial and residential opportunities to easily participate, including new financial incentives for local heat pump owners. Help our City achieve Net Zero Energy today.
Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak
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Net Zero Energy News
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- Burlington Electric Partners with Vermont Bond Bank to Issue $20M Net Zero Energy and Grid Reliability Revenue Bond to Fund Critical Infrastructure, Net Zero Energy Roadmap Goals March 26, 2026 - Voter-Approved Bond Issued at Low Interest Rate; Will Enable Key Investments with Reduced Pressure on Electric Rates