Net Metering 2.0
Net Metering in Vermont
Current NEM policy, export rates, and impact on solar payback for Vermont homeowners.
NEM Export Rate
$0.205
per kWh
Avg Retail Rate
$0.205
per kWh
% of Retail
100%
compensation
Policy Status
Active
since 2022-01
System Limit
Up to 500 kW
max eligible
NEM Policy Details — Vermont
How Vermont compensates your excess solar generation
Net Metering 2.0 Active
Net metering with adders based on project type and location. Systems up to 500 kW. Strong incentive structure. Rate adjustments every 2 years.
NEM Rate$0.205/kWh
Retail Rate$0.205/kWh
Savings GapNone
Annual True-UpYes
Source: Vermont PUC, DSIRE · Effective: 2022-01
Calculate Your NEM Savings in Vermont
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Annual Production
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kWh/year
NEM Export Credits
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per year
Total Annual Savings
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per year
Payback Period
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years
NEM Rate Comparison
$0.00 Vermont: $0.205 $0.205 (retail)
Vermont's NEM rate is 100% of the retail electricity rate — near full retail compensation.
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