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.
Multi-Lingual Video Library | Ita Meno
Burlington Electric Department Policy and Equity Analyst Ita Meno discusses an exciting new multi-lingual video library designed to demystify household energy decisions. Funded by an American Public Power Association DEED grant, this project translates crucial information on weatherization, efficient heating and cooling, electric appliances, and transportation alternatives into 18 different languages. Discover how these accessible resources help residents lower utility bills and maintain comfortable lifestyles without giving up modern conveniences.
The History of the Energy Efficiency Utility | Chris Burns
Chris Burns, the Director of Energy Services at Burlington Electric Department, joins the podcast to share the fascinating history and future of the city’s Energy Efficiency Utility. Discover how BED establishes deep community trust, goes across the threshold to assist local homes and businesses, and partners with Vermont Gas to deliver unified energy solutions. Learn how strategic beneficial electrification and targeted weatherization work hand-in-hand to lower utility loads, maximize comfort, and advance Burlington’s Net Zero Energy goals.
Solar Goes Mainstream | Chad Farrell
Chad Farrell, the founder and president of Encore Renewable Energy, joins the podcast to break down the evolving world of solar energy. Discover how Vermont’s recently doubled Renewable Energy Standard is reshaping the local grid and paving the way for larger, more economical multi-megawatt projects. This episode explores the challenges of modern energy permitting, the spatial constraints of urban solar development, and the critical role battery storage will play in stabilizing our grid to meet escalating electricity demands. Learn how local solar powers Burlington’s clean energy future!
Net Zero Energy News
- 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
- March 2026 Net Zero Energy News March 27, 2026 - Earth Day and Electric Transportation with FFL and BED, Thank a Lineworker, BED Rebates, Customer Appreciation Nights at the Ballpark
- 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
- Burlington Electric Announces Renewed Power Purchase Agreement with Vermont Wind for Sheffield Wind Farm March 18, 2026 - Agreement demonstrates continued support for supplying Burlington’s energy from clean, renewable generation from New England