VT S0219

Efficiency Vermont must design a statewide community-based home energy navigator program providing in-person and remote coaching services to help residential consumers (homeowners, landlords, and renters) understand energy efficiency options and access grants, rebates, and financing

Program prioritizes low and moderate income consumers and assists with weatherization strategies, connecting to local contractors, and reviewing contractor recommendations over multi-year engagements

Report due to legislative committees by January 15, 2027, including program design, cost estimates, funding sources, target consumer numbers, projected energy/emissions savings, and implementation timeline

Appropriates $15,000 to Efficiency Vermont for the report and $150,000 to the Climate Economy Action Center of Addison County to collaborate on design and expand its existing navigator program to a neighboring county

Effective date: July 1, 2026