About Net-Metering
Net-metering is the process of measuring the difference between the electricity supplied to a customer by their utility and the electricity fed back to the utility by a customer’s electric generation system (such as solar panels) during the customer's billing period. In Vermont, customers in the same utility service territory are allowed to form "groups" to share in the output of a net-metering system.
The Public Utility Commission regulates the construction and operation of net-metering systems. The Commission also reviews and approves utility net-metering tariffs, which govern the terms and conditions of net-metering service.
Useful Links
Vermont's Net-Metering Statute
Rule 5.100 - Rule Pertaining to Construction and Operation of Net-Metering Systems (for applications filed on or after July 1, 2017)
- Revised Net-Metering Program (for applications filed on or after January 1, 2017 but before July 1, 2017.)
- Prior Rule 5.100 (for applications filed prior to January 1, 2017)
2018 Biennial Update of Net-Metering Rate Adjustors
2020 Biennial Update of Net-Metering Rate Adjustors
2022 Biennial Update of Net-Metering Rate Adjustors
Filing Procedures for Requests to Attribute More Than One Net-Metering System to a Group
Net-Metering Registration Guidance: Amendments and FAQs
Instructions on how to file CPG amendments, transfers, and extensions in ePUC
How to File a Net-Metering Minor Amendment in ePUC
Search ePUC for Net-Metering CPGs
Net-Metering Forms
For Applicants
Net-Metering Registration Form
Agency of Natural Resources Application Fee Form
Department of Public Service and Public Utility Commission Application Fee Form
Net-Metering Separate-Plant Determination Form
Net-Metering Petition Waiver Form
For Intervenors
Net-Metering Hearing Request Form
For CPG Holders
Net-Metering CPG Transfer Form
Net-Metering CPG Transfer Form for Systems Sold Separately from Land