State guide
Vermont
VT7 / 10AdoptionVermont has among the highest per-capita EV adoption rates in the country. Green Mountain Power, Vermont Electric Cooperative, Burlington Electric, and several municipal utilities offer their own residential EV purchase and charger rebates. Vermont adopted Advanced Clean Cars II.
Last updated June 2026
EV Charging Snapshot
Strong- EV Adoption Rate
- 10.0%
- Public Chargers
- 1,500
- Top Incentive
- Green Mountain Power Residential EV purchase rebates (varies by vehicle and income)
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EV adoption snapshot
Incentives and rebates
Amounts shift as funding rounds open and close. Confirm the live program page before you apply.
| Program | Amount | Who qualifies | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain Power Residential EV Rebates | Purchase rebate for new and used BEVs and PHEVs; specific amounts vary by vehicle type and income eligibility. Confirm current values with GMP. | Green Mountain Power residential customers purchasing or leasing an eligible EV | Learn more ↗ |
| Vermont Electric Cooperative EV Rebate | Member rebate for new and used BEVs and PHEVs; income-qualified members receive additional support | Vermont Electric Cooperative members | Learn more ↗ |
| Burlington Electric Department EV Incentives | Purchase incentive for new and used BEVs and PHEVs; income-qualified customers receive additional support | Burlington Electric Department residential customers | Learn more ↗ |
| Federal EV Charger Tax Credit (30C) | Ended June 30, 2026 (no longer available) | The federal 30C charger credit ended June 30, 2026. It previously covered residential charging equipment placed in service in an eligible census tract; property placed in service after that date cannot claim it. | Learn more ↗ |
| Program | Amount | Who qualifies | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain Power Commercial EV Charging Program | Varies; make-ready and equipment support for commercial and multifamily | Green Mountain Power commercial customers installing Level 2 or DCFC charging | Learn more ↗ |
| NEVI Formula Program | Up to 80% of project costs | EV charging along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors in Vermont (I-89, I-91, US-2) | Learn more ↗ |
Time-of-use rates
Peak windows and prices are set by each utility and change at rate cases.
- Availability
- most utilities
- Summary
- Green Mountain Power, which serves about three-quarters of Vermont electric customers, offers residential time-of-use options and EV-specific pricing designed to shift charging to off-peak hours. Vermont Electric Cooperative and Burlington Electric also offer overnight EV rates. Smaller municipal utilities vary; check directly with your provider for current tariffs.
- Source
- SourceVerified Jun 2026
Net metering and solar export
Matters if you pair rooftop solar with home charging.
- Status
- full retail
- Summary
- Vermont allows net metering under Public Utility Commission Rule 5.100. Systems are credited at the customer's blended retail rate, with REC adjustments depending on whether the customer transfers renewable energy credits to the utility. Group net metering is permitted, allowing multiple accounts to share output from a single qualifying system.
- Source
- SourceVerified Jun 2026
Right to charge
Whether an HOA or landlord can block a home charger install.
- What it does
- Vermont has not enacted a right-to-charge statute. Homeowners in condominiums or HOAs governed by the Vermont Common Interest Ownership Act (Title 27A V.S.A.) should review their association's governing documents and architectural review rules before installing EV charging equipment, as associations retain authority to set installation standards.
- Source
- SourceVerified Jun 2026
Registration and EV fees
The annual surcharge that replaces gas-tax revenue.
| Vehicle type | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Battery electric (EV) | $0/year |
| Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | $0/year |
Utilities serving Vermont
Your EV rate, rebates, and make-ready programs depend on who serves your address.
Utility coverage for Vermont is being expanded. Major utility pages will appear here as they ship.
Public charging network
Tesla Supercharger, ChargePoint, and Blink are active. Burlington and Montpelier have reasonable coverage. I-89 (Burlington to White River Junction to NH border) and I-91 (Connecticut River corridor) are receiving NEVI investment. Vermont's small size and low population mean urban areas are well-served, but remote mountain areas and Northeast Kingdom have thin coverage.
Station-network counts for Vermont will appear here once the next AFDC ingest runs.
Regulatory environment
Vermont was among the first states to adopt Advanced Clean Cars II. Vermont's transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the state, making EV adoption a central climate priority. Green Mountain Power has been an early mover on EV programming, including vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilots and bundled EV + charger products.
Sources
- EIA Form 861Retrieved May 2026
- NREL Alternative Fuels Data CenterRetrieved May 2026
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