Green Mountain Energy® Blog

Go green and live sustainably. We'll show you how.

The Green Mountain Energy blog is your path to explore the world of clean energy and learn ways to live more sustainably after you go green. Our blog offers updates on green living, solar energy, sustainable businesses and community news, as well as Green Mountain Energy business news and Sun Club.

September 15, 2026

Find out which kitchen appliances will make your holidays the greenest.

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September 09, 2026

Pollution from single-use plastics is one of the biggest problems facing our planet, but you can help today by cutting all single-use plastics out of your life for good.

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September 02, 2026

Do solar panels increase your home value? Learn how your home value could increase and reduce your energy bill with a solar panel installation.

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September 01, 2026

How can you start composting at home? Composting helps the planet and doesn't have to be complicated. Here's how to get started on your journey!

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August 27, 2026

How do you reduce your carbon footprint the most? According to carbon impact studies, these are 11 of the most effective ways to live a green lifestyle.

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August 19, 2026

Compare solar and wind energy, including how they work, their benefit and where each renewable energy source works best.

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January 09, 2026

Learn how to winterproof your house to keep your heat running and prevent pipe freezes. Protect your home's plumbing, HVAC and roof this winter.

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January 05, 2026

It’s wintertime, but that doesn’t mean your green thumb can’t get some exercise. Here’s what you need to get started with an indoor garden in winter.

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January 02, 2026

Brighten the year and help the environment with green activities and eco-holidays to celebrate each month.

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December 12, 2025

Take the itch out of cold weather skin discomfort with these five sustainable skin care ideas.

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    Our love letter to the planet.

    The goal of Green Mountain Energy’s blog is to advance our mission by being open and honest about sustainability. By providing a space to talk about clean energy and its importance, we aim to elevate environmental awareness and encourage action for our planet.

    We love supporting our customers’ steps toward sustainable living and believe that they, too, can show others how to go green and grow their impact. For us, it’s all about igniting positive change so that we all can choose a cleaner planet.


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    pounds of CO2

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    new trees.