Choosing the Right Renewable Energy Plan

More people than ever are using renewable energy to power their homes, and consumers have a wide range of options and competitive prices that make it easier than ever to make the switch. But how do you know which electricity plan is right for you? If you're looking for a convenient guide to choosing solar energy for your home, we're here to help. Read on to find out about each of our electricity plans and which one is best for your lifestyle.
 

Clean energy plans without solar panels

No panels? No problem. You don't need a rooftop solar system to choose an electricity plan backed by 100% solar energy.

Our solar plans make it easy for homeowners and renters to support renewable energy. The right plan ultimately comes down to your lifestyle. Think about what you drive, when you use the most electricity and how you want ot make a positive impact. 

Solar All Nighter for Electric Vehicles (EVs) plan

This clean energy plan is ideal for EV owners who usually charge their vehicle at home overnight. You'll get a lower energy price starting at 8 p.m. through 6 a.m., giving you 10 hours each night to plug in your vehicle and make the most of the plan's lower nighttime price. During the rest of the day, you'll pay a fixed energy price. 

Your home and EV charging are backed by 100% solar energy. That means your morning coffee, evening movie and overnight charging routine can all support renewable energy without requirting panels on your roof. 

This plan may fit your lifestyle if: 

• You own or lease and EV
• You usually charge your vehicle overnight
• You can shift other energy usage to 8 p.m. through 6 a.m.
• You want a fixed-rate plan backed by 100% solar energy

Plans with solar panels

If your home already has a solar panel system installed or you’re planning to install one in the future, a solar buyback plan can help you get more from the excess solar energy your system produces.  To qualify, you'll need a home solar panel system, an interconnection agreement in place with your utility company and a meter configured by your utility to and from your home.

Renewable Rewards Essential plan

This plan offers a simple buyback structure for solar panel owners who want their solar credits to be tied to their monthly grid usage.

You’ll earn bill credits for eligible excess solar energy sent to the grid, up to the amount of energy you draw from the grid during a billing period. The buyback price matches your plan’s energy charge price.

Here’s an example: If you draw 800 kWh from the grid and send 900 kWh back, you’ll receive credits for 800 kWh. The additional 100 kWh will still go to the grid for others to use, but it won’t allow you to earn another bill credit.

This plan may be a good match if:

• Your panels send about as much electricity to the grid as your home draws
• Your system doesn't regularly produce more excess electricity than your monthly grid usage
• You want a straightforward monthly credit limit
• You want the buyback price to match your plan's energy charge price

Renewable Rewards Solar Credit plan

Renewable Rewards Solar Credit gives you credit for 100% of the excess solar energy generation you send to the electricity grid, and there's no limit on the amount of credit you can earn. And the buyback price is lower than the energy charge price for the electricity you draw from the grid. 

For example, if you draw 800 kWh from the grid and send 900 kWh back, all 900 kWh can earn credits at the plan's applicable buyback price. 

This plan may fit your home if: 

• Your panels regularly product more energy than your home needs 
• An uncapped credit structure matters more to you than a buyback price that matches your energy charge price

Whether you live in a house or apartment, own or rent, Green Mountain Energy has a clean energy plan to suit your situation, but it's important to start by assessing your needs. All our plans come with different living and financial solutions that have unique features and benefits.

So, whether you're wondering how to get started on installing solar panels on your home or you simply want to reduce your carbon footprint, you'll find a plan that ticks all the boxes. Start your journey with us and get on your way to a cleaner, greener future.