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Oil tank infographic

To comply with Vermont’s aboveground storage tank (AST) regulations, homeowners must have their heating oil tanks regularly inspected. The inspection ensures that your tank meets state safety and environmental standards, focusing on structural integrity, proper installation, and correct piping.

Learn about heat pumps infographic

Installing a heat pump is one of the best ways to reduce your heating and cooling costs, minimize fossil fuel use, and lower your carbon footprint.

Vermont rebates infographic

Good news for Vermont residents & the members of Energy Co-op of Vermont: Efficiency Vermont has broadened its income eligibility guidelines, making it easier for more households to access substantial rebates and programs to improve home energy efficiency. The updated income levels mean that many low- and moderate-income households can now take advantage of significant savings on home weatherization, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, and modern appliances.

window air conditioner

For many Vermont homeowners, installing their window A/C units is an unwelcome warm weather ritual. See how a heat pump can make this transition easier. 

house made of wood pellets

Given the variety of wood pellet heating options and individual consumer preferences, there is really no such thing as a “best type of wood pellet,” or “best overall wood pellet brand.” There is, though, a “best wood pellet for you.” How do you choose? 

Air quality infographic

Housing conditions should support good health. There are many factors that contribute to creating a safe, secure indoor environment. Improving the efficiency of your home will also improve its health.

reduce carbon footprint infographic

There are numerous small steps you can take that can add up to significant reductions in your carbon footprint and help to fight climate change.

Inflation reduction act infographic

Now that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has been implemented, here are some updates and helpful links to let you know what incentives you may qualify for to improve the energy efficiency of your home.

Member savings infographic

50 years ago, 90% of the homes in Vermont were primarily heated with oil. Today, that percentage is down to 43%. But, while the market for heating oil is declining, the cost of heating fuel is highly volatile. What does that mean for companies that sell heating oil and for homeowners who still heat with oil?

Energy audit

With the rising cost of fossil fuel, the need to reduce energy use and make our homes more efficient is more urgent than ever. Where do you start and what is the best approach?

Vermont Fuel Dealers Association
Efficiency Excellence Network
Energy Action Network
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility
City Market
Renewable Energy Vermont
Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Elite Contractor

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