Total Energy News | February 2026

Greetings!


We hope you will join us for one or more of our upcoming events, including our first in-person event of 2026 and two lunch-time webinars.


  • The Future of Electricity Prices in Vermont | Speaker Series event in Montpelier | March 24th 4-6 pm | Register here
  • How to Improve Heat Pump Installation and Use in Vermont Webinar | March 30th at noon | Register here
  • Energy Coaching Network Webinar | April 7th at noon | Register here

We invite you to also continue to share information about the EAN Summer Research Internship program with college students who might be interested and qualified! The deadline for applications has been updated to March 15.

Finally, we are excited to introduce you to EAN’s new Data Manager & Research Analyst, Luke Miller, who will be starting March 16th! Please see more about Luke in the staff profile below.


All the best,

Cara and Jared

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What’s behind sky-high power bills:

A region-by-region breakdown


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With electricity bills rising, some states consider new data center laws



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New Staff Profile | Luke Miller

Data Manager & Research Analyst

Luke Miller is excited to join EAN as its new Data Manager & Research Analyst, starting on March 16th. At EAN, Luke will work with data partners from state agencies, utilities, and other organizations to collect and organize the data that underlie the information and analysis in EAN’s Annual Progress Report and other online and print resources. He will also work to manage and update EAN’s data visualization tools, including online dashboards, and also draft research reports and briefs. 


Prior to joining EAN, Luke worked as a Senior Policy Associate with Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP) since 2023. He conducted research and analysis to support the development of equitable decarbonization policies and programs in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. He also tracked state energy efficiency programs and other building decarbonization efforts and collaborated with stakeholder groups to pursue policy and program changes in coordination with state energy offices, utilities, energy efficiency program administrators, and other key partners. 


Luke has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Northwestern University and a Master of Public Administration in environmental policy from Indiana University. He is also the Chair of the Vermont Chapter of the Sierra Club. Luke lives in Montpelier with his wife and their dog, and enjoys distance running and Nordic skiing on Montpelier’s beautiful trail network.

Data Download | Vermont electricity rates compared to other New England States

Historically, average electricity rates in Vermont have been lower and more price-stable than other states in New England. This is largely due to Vermont’s regulated electric utility structure that allows utilities to enter into long-term contracts to meet their supply needs. As a result, electricity rates in Vermont have been relatively insulated from the volatility of global and regional energy markets.


This graph and text come from page 30 of the EAN 2025 Annual Progress Report for Vermont on Energy, Affordability, and Emissions.

Events and Opportunities

The Future of Electricity Prices in Vermont | Panel

Join EAN members and partners for an in-person event to discuss the Future of Electricity Prices in Vermont. We’ll hear from a panel of experts about how state and regional trends are impacting electricity prices, both now and looking to the future. 

March 24, 2026 – 4-6 p.m. in Montpelier

Learn more and register

How to Improve Heat Pump Installation and Use in Vermont | EAN Webinar

We’ll hear from Efficiency Vermont, the Public Service Department, and Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP). This is the second of two webinars for network members and partners who are interested in heat pump optimization and communication.

March 30, 2026 at noon

Learn more and register

Energy Coaching Network | EAN webinar

In this webinar the co-chairs of an EAN supported team exploring possibilities for an Energy Coaching Network will present a summary and analysis of more than 20 interviews conducted with Vermont service providers. They will share information about coaching services different organizations provide, gaps that currently exist, and what key stakeholders see as opportunities for an energy coaching network.  

April 7, 2026 at noon

Learn more and register

VEEP GENERATE! Solutions for Curriculum, Climate, & Community

VEEP’s 2026 summer institute for teachers is currently open for registration. At this institute teachers will plan a curriculum that cultivates hope and brings students meaningful learning opportunities to tackle relevant climate solutions for their community. Open to all educators, any grade, any subject. Full scholarships available to VT and NH teachers.

June 22-26, 2026

Learn more and register

EAN Network Action Teams

EAN Network Action Teams meet regularly. If you are interested in joining meetings of any EAN Network Action Teams or Coalitions, contact Cara cara@eanvt.org.

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The Vermont Total Energy Ticker

FEMA denies disaster aid for 2025 flooding, leaving NEK towns scrambling


Towns including Sutton, Burke, Sheffield and Wheelock must find other ways to fund their recovery, which could include raising taxes for residents.


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Vermont struggling to take full advantage of heat pumps



Customer behavior and workforce issues create challenges for cleaner residential heat.


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Businesses can now double energy rebates—up to $25,000 through November


Some of Vermont’s most recognizable businesses have already saved energy and cut costs through Efficiency Vermont’s rebates for custom projects. 


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