Struggling with high energy bills? Con Edison has your back. If you’re receiving certain government assistance benefits, you could save up to $173 a month on your energy costs through their Energy Affordability Program (EAP).
Who Qualifies for the Discount?
The program is open to customers enrolled in programs like Medicaid, Federal Public Housing Assistance, Veterans Disability or Survivors Pension, Lifeline Telephone Service, and more. If you’re already getting benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), you’re likely already enrolled automatically.
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For everyone else, signing up is easy! You can:
- Apply online at coned.com/billhelp
- Submit your application via email, fax, mail, or in person at a Con Edison walk-in center
What Else Is on the Table?
This year alone, Con Edison has applied over $201 million in electric discounts and $40 million in gas discounts to help low-income customers. But the company isn’t stopping there. They’re also connecting people to additional programs like:
- HEAP: Helps with heating costs
- EnergyShare: Provides aid to eligible households in need
If you qualify, Con Edison can even refer you to NYSERDA’s EmPower+ program, which offers:
- No-cost energy efficiency services (up to $10,000!) for home upgrades
- Incentives of up to $5,000 for moderate-income households (with a 50% customer match)
Convenient Payment Options
Con Edison knows life happens. That’s why they’ve created flexible payment plans for their customers, including:
- Budget Billing: Smooth out seasonal spikes by spreading costs evenly throughout the year
- Payment Extensions: Get up to 10 extra days to pay your bill
- Payment Plans: Catch up on overdue balances with monthly installments
You can explore all your options by logging into your Con Edison account and checking the “Payment Plans” section.
Why It Matters
“Keeping energy affordable is a focus of our work,” said Kelsey Berger, a section manager in Customer Operations. “We want customers to reach out to us if they have trouble paying their energy bill. We’re here to help.”
Con Edison is also focused on making the transition to clean energy fair for everyone. They’re working to ensure low-income customers aren’t disproportionately impacted by the move away from fossil fuels.
If you’re feeling the pinch, don’t wait—visit coned.com/billhelp today to learn more and take advantage of the resources available to you. Energy bills don’t have to be a burden, and Con Edison is here to help lighten the load.
