Energy Assistance helps lower-income Vermonters afford energy for their homes.

At this time, assistance is only available for Green Mountain Power customers.

What assistance is available?

If we determine that you are eligible, you’ll get a 25% discount off the monthly charge for the first 600 kilowatt hours of energy used. This could save you up to $300 a year!

Am I eligible for energy assistance?

To be eligible, you must:

1. Be a residential customer of Green Mountain Power; and
2. Have a total gross household income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.

How do I apply?

1. Complete the application form. 

   Print the Application Form. You can also call 1-800-775-0516 and leave a message asking that one be sent to you.

2. Attach a copy of your most recent electric bill.

   If you send an original bill, it will not be returned to you.

3. Return your completed application to:

   DCF – Economic Services Division
   Application & Document Processing Center
   103 South Main Street,
   Waterbury VT  05671-1500

 You must reapply each year!

Who do I call if I have questions or need help applying?

• Call the Economic Services Division at 1-800-775-0516.
• Vermonters aged 60 and older may also call Vermont's Senior Helpline at 1-800-642-5119.  

What if I have questions about my bill?

Call Green Mountain Power at 1-888-835-4672 or contact them online at http://www.greenmountainpower.com/

Is there anything else I need to know?

Once you're enrolled in the program, you must call 1-800-775-0516 to report any changes to your household income or household members — within 10 business days. Failure to report changes will make you ineligible for the program and may result in legal action against you for discounts improperly received.