“The Green Mountain State” isn’t just a nickname – in Vermont, it’s a way of life. According to WalletHub, Vermont is the No. 1 Greenest State in the U.S. for 2025, leading the way in organic farming and low greenhouse gas emissions.

Per capita, Vermont has the most organic farm acreage of any U.S. state, clocking in about 160,000 acres. That means about 13% of Vermont’s farmland is certified organic. But landmass isn’t the only thing that makes Vermont’s organic farming industry a heavyweight. Programs like Vermont Organic Farmers’ mentorship program connect farmers throughout the state, helping farms grow.

Organic farming promotes biodiversity, lays the groundwork for healthier soil, and reduces environmental pollution, since it doesn’t use pesticides, growth hormones, or petroleum-based fertilizers.

Vermont also has the lowest carbon dioxide emissions per capita in the U.S., and the third-lowest methane emissions per capita. Both carbon dioxide and methane are greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change, and Vermont has a goal to emit no more than 1.71 metric tons annually by 2050. The state is working toward that goal through methods like investing in renewable energy, promoting energy efficiency, and supporting carbon dioxide sequestration (removing the gas from the atmosphere and storing it instead in solid or liquid form.)

Vermont’s investment in clean vehicles is paying off, too. It has the highest number of alternative fuel stations per capita, and incentives continue to make it easier for people to make the switch to electric vehicles.

Read more about why WalletHub ranked Vermont No. 1 Greenest State this year.

Living in a state that values clean air and organic food and prioritizes environmental health can offer a high quality of life. Considering making the move? Learn more about relocating to Vermont.