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State rebate program

E-Bike Rebates in Vermont

Four utility e-bike rebate programs are active in Vermont. Current offers range from $100 to $850, with Burlington Electric Department providing the highest income-qualified amount. State-funded transportation incentive programs are closed.

Last verified July 2026 by Ariel Rider Research Team

Program details

7 programs in Vermont

Open, scheduled, paused, and closed state, utility, and local programs are labeled separately.

Open programs

OpenVPPSA member utility service territories

VPPSA E-Bike and Retrofit Kit Rebate

$100 for a qualifying new e-bike or retrofit kit.

Who qualifiesCustomers with an active account at one of VPPSA's 11 member utilities.

Where to buyOnline post-purchase rebate application; open retailer network.

OpenStowe Electric service territory

Stowe Electric 2026 E-Bike Rebate

$150 for a qualifying Class 1 e-bike.

Who qualifiesStowe Electric customers; up to two qualifying e-bikes per customer or household per year.

Where to buyPost-purchase rebate with invoice and model or serial documentation.

OpenGreen Mountain Power service territory

Green Mountain Power Electric Bike Rebate

$200 for a qualifying new commuter e-bike or retrofit kit.

Who qualifiesGreen Mountain Power customers replacing fossil-fuel commute travel; qualifying equipment must cost at least $500 before tax.

Where to buyDirect post-purchase rebate or point-of-sale discount at a participating bike shop.

OpenBurlington

Burlington Electric Department E-Bike Rebate

Lesser of $600 or 25 percent of the purchase price. Income-qualified customers receive the lesser of $850 or 50 percent.

Who qualifiesBurlington Electric Department customers with active accounts, including qualifying Burlington residents and businesses.

Where to buyPoint-of-sale rebate at participating local shops or post-purchase online application for other retailers.

Closed programs

Closed

Electrify Your Fleet Program

Historic program funding only; not a current individual consumer rebate.

Who qualifiesFleet applicants under prior rules; not a broad individual consumer rebate.

Where to buyProgram grants

Closed

H.479 (Act 62): An act relating to the Transportation Program and miscellaneous changes to laws related to transportation

Act 62 authorized and modified historic Vermont e-bike funding, but no current statewide consumer rebate is active in...

Closed

Vermont State E-Bike Incentive Program

The closed program offered $400 for a standard e-bike or $800 for a cargo or adaptive e-bike.

Who qualifiesNo current applications. Prior rounds served income-qualified Vermont residents under the program rules.

Where to buyClosed prepaid-card program through participating in-state retailers.

Who qualifies in Vermont

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How to claim

Four steps. One rebate.

  1. 01

    Confirm eligibility

    Check Vermont's income, residency, and program requirements. Have proof of address and income documentation ready.

  2. 02

    Pick your bike

    Choose a qualifying Ariel Rider. Most programs accept Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bikes with UL-certified batteries under an MSRP cap.

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  3. 03

    Buy from an authorized seller

    Buy direct from arielrider.com or an authorized dealer. Save every receipt: programs require an itemized invoice.

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  4. 04

    Submit your claim

    Upload your receipt + proof of residency through the official portal (apply here). Approvals typically take 4 to 8 weeks.

Answers

Common rebate questions in Vermont

Can I combine Vermont rebates with federal or utility rebates?

In many cases yes. State, utility, and city rebates often stack as long as each program's terms allow it. Always read the official rules before purchasing.

Do I have to meet income limits?

Many programs have income-based tiers with higher rebate amounts for low and moderate income applicants. Some are open to all residents. Check the eligibility section above for Vermont.

How long does approval take?

Typical turnaround is 4 to 8 weeks. Some instant-rebate programs apply the discount at checkout with a participating retailer.

Is the rebate taxable?

Most state e-bike rebates are not treated as taxable income, but consult a tax professional for your situation.

Are Ariel Rider e-bikes eligible?

Most Ariel Rider Class 2 e-bikes meet program requirements: pedal-assist + throttle, 750W motor, 20 mph throttle cap, UL-certified batteries. Off-road PPB models are not street-legal and do not qualify.

Verified by

Ariel Rider Research Team

Last verified July 2026

Sources

Rebate amounts and eligibility change frequently. Always verify on the official program page before purchase.