Vermont’s weather is known to turn in an instant. From heavy snowfall, high winds, and severe thunderstorms, keeping the lights on is more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. For years, the solution for many has been loud, fossil-fuel-burning generators. Costly installations and maintenance, underground fuel lines and tanks, and start-up delays are some of the reasons people avoid them or are ready to make a change. As of November 2025, a new partnership between our regional utility, Green Mountain Power (GMP), and Enphase Energy, an American-owned renewable tech company, is changing the landscape of home backup power.
The $55 Solution
The headline news for Southern Vermont homeowners is the price point. Through GMP’s battery lease program, customers can ready their homes for any grid outages through the install of an Enphase IQ® Battery 10C™ system for just $55 a month over a ten-year lease. For those who prefer to pay upfront, the cost is a one-time payment of $5,500.
Typically, battery backup systems cost tens of thousands of dollars. GMP is able to offer this low rate because the program works in two ways: it provides hardworking Vermonters with security and peace of mind, and through energy sharing during peak use times it lowers costs for all GMP customers.
How It Works: The Virtual Power Plant
GMP’s growing “Virtual Power Plant” is currently the largest dispatchable energy source in the state. When you join the lease program, you agree to share some of your stored energy with GMP during “peak” times—like hot summer evenings when many Vermonters are running their air conditioning.
In exchange for helping the utility reduce costs directly for all customers, and keep polluting peaker-plants offline, you’re rewarded with a battery back-up system at an unbeatable price. Most importantly, when a storm knocks out power lines, the system automatically reserves energy for your home, keeping your lights, internet, and other essentials up and running.
Made in America Reliability
The product offered is Enphase’s 4th-generation Energy System, which includes U.S.-manufactured components. Enphase is a global leader in solar technology, known for safety and reliability. The lease includes a comprehensive 15-year warranty and 24/7 customer service, meaning homeowners don’t have to worry about maintenance or technical glitches.
Future-Proofing Your Home
This partnership isn’t just about today’s storms. In late 2026, Enphase expects to launch bidirectional electric vehicle (EV) chargers. This future technology will allow your electric vehicle to act as a massive battery on wheels, supplementing the 10C batteries to power your home during an outage.
Next Steps
For Vermonters looking for seamless back up power, this program offers high-tech resilience at a low monthly cost. You support the local grid and your neighbors while protecting your family. Eligible customers can start the sign-up process directly through GMP, Enphase, or Power Guru.
Contact Power Guru
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Phone: (802)379-9973
Email: sales@power-guru.com
Location: 160 Benmont Ave, Suite C4 – 86, Bennington, VT 05201
