Lawn Mowers & Leaf Blowers

Electric Lawn Mowers (Residential)

Because many conventional gas and diesel lawn mowers do not have strong emission controls, they are widely recognized as a major source of smog-forming air pollution. In fact, a 6HP diesel or gas mower running for an hour creates the equivalent emissions of driving your car 160 miles. (source)

Not only do old-fashioned lawn mowers burn fossil fuels, they also create ground-level ozone and haze. And, an estimated 17 million gallons of gas is spilled each year as we refuel the mowers, which can pollute drinking water. Read the full story. »

Receive up to $100 toward the purchase of a new electric lawn mower.

Switching to an electric lawn mower can significantly reduce the number of toxic pollutants directly released into the air. And since Burlington runs on 100% renewably-sourced energy, there is an environmental benefit to mowing with an electric mower. 

Burlington Electric Department wants to help you make the switch. We are offering a $100 rebate on the purchase of a new electric lawn mower. See terms and conditions.

Rebate: Residential Lawn Mowers

Terms & Conditions (Residential)

• Rebate is the lesser of $100 or 50% of the purchase price.
• Only valid on purchases of new electric lawn mowers (corded or cordless).
• Reconditioned mowers are not eligible.
• Purchase must be made on or after May 13, 2019.
• Purchase must be made in Vermont.
• Lawn mower must be at least 36-volt.
• This rebate is only for BED customers with active accounts.
• Limit one rebate per account.
• BED reserves the right to modify or end this offer at any time.
• This offer is valid through December 31, 2020

Electric Lawn Mowers (Commercial)

Receive $3,500 for the purchase of a new commercial-grade lawn mower.

Electric commercial-grade lawn mowers have many benefits:

• Over its lifetime, it will save you money due to lower fuel, maintenance, and repair costs.
• There are environmental benefits including air pollution reduction.
• Electric lawn mowers produce about 1/3 the sound intensity of conventional gas or diesel mowers of similar horsepower.

Contact the BED Energy Services team by e-mail or at (802) 865-7300 to request a rebate.

Terms & Conditions (Commercial)

• Must be a Commercial BED customer.
• Lawnmower must be on the qualified products list:
  • Mean Green: WBX-33, DWBX-48/52, SK-48, NXR48-52, CXR-52/60, Rival-52/60, EVO-74
  • Greenworks Lithium Z: GZ 48R, GZ 48S, GZ 52R, GZ 52S, GZ 60R
• Charge your electric mower in BED territory.
• After the first rebate, any subsequent rebates will require pre-approval.
• Lawnmowers must have been purchased on or after May 13, 2019.
• BED reserves the right to modify or end this offer at any time.
• This offer is valid through December 31, 2020.

Additional Rebate Available

Burlington Electric Department customers who qualify for the $3,500 commercial electric lawn mower incentive are also eligible for an additional $300 manufacturer’s rebate from Mean Green Mowers at the time of purchase.
If you represent a company that offers an additional incentive for commercial lawn mowers, please contact us.

Electric Leaf Blowers (Commercial)

Because gas and diesel leaf blowers do not have strong emission controls, running them for an hour can create the equivalent emissions of driving your car 100 miles.

Receive up to $200 for the purchase of a new commercial-grade leaf blower. 

Switching to an electric leaf blower can significantly reduce the amount of toxic pollutants released into the air. And since Burlington runs on 100% renewably-sourced energy, there is an environmental benefit to using an electric leaf blower. 

Rebate: Commercial Leaf Blower

Terms & Conditions

• This rebate is only for Burlington-based businesses with an active BED commercial account.
• Rebate amount is limited to the lesser of $200 or 50% of the purchase price.
• Purchase must be made on or after July 13, 2020.
• Purchase must be made in Vermont.
• Leaf blower purchase must include at least 800 watt-hours of battery capacity.
• Residential grade blowers are not eligible.
• Limit one rebate per account.
• W9 form required prior to issuing rebate check. If applicable, a 1099 form will be sent.
• BED reserves the right to modify or end this offer at any time.
• This offer is valid through December 31, 2020.

Additional Resources

• Burlington Electric Department Launches New Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Campaign: May 19, 2019
• Raise the Blade - Lawn Care Tips for Green Lawns
• What To Do With Your Old Mower (CSWD)
• Eco-Equipment Supply: The Environmental Benefits of Electric Mowers
• New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services: Take Steps to Limit Air Emissions: Use Electric Lawn & Garden Equipment
• Washington University in St. Louis: Turning Over a New Leaf: Leaf Blowers and Lawn Mowers