At a Glance
Our Mission
Vermont Electric Cooperative is a member-owned electric distribution utility that provides safe, affordable, and reliable energy services to its members.
Nationally recognized for innovative and advanced use of technology, Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) is the largest locally-owned electric distribution utility in Vermont. VEC serves member-owners in 75 towns across eight counties and has headquarters in Johnson with service centers in Grand Isle, Newport, and Richford. VEC employs approximately 100 Vermonters.
Our Vision
We believe in meeting the needs of our members by practicing the cooperative principles in a transparent manner. We are striving to be an energy leader by providing innovative energy services, delivering reasonable rates in a regulatory environment, and adapting to changes that will shape our energy future. VEC is committed to operating in a safe manner that is socially and environmentally responsible. We will achieve success through the continuous development of a highly skilled and engaged workforce.
Number of Members 32,000 (approx) |
Annual Revenue (2018) $ 81 million |
Number of Meters Served 41,000 |
Vermont Property Tax (2018) $ 3.2 million |
Square Miles Served 2,056 |
2018 Peak Hour 85 MWh |
Miles of Line 2,882 |
Communities Served 75 |
Meters Served per Mile of Line 14 |
Counties Served 8 (Addison, Caledonia, Chittenden, Essex, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, and Orleans) |