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EAP

Utility Energy Affordability Program (Con Edison, National Grid, PSEG Long Island)

Agency: NYS Public Service Commission / utilities

Simple · $292026

In short

Monthly bill discount (e.g., Con Ed HEAP tier electric ~$27-$33+/mo); community solar credits for EAP customers in disadvantaged tracts. Customers receiving HEAP (auto), SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, TA, Lifeline, etc.; Con Ed EEAP for income-below-AMI customers.

What you get
Monthly bill discount (e.g., Con Ed HEAP tier electric ~$27-$33+/mo); community solar credits for EAP customers in disadvantaged tracts.
Who qualifies
Customers receiving HEAP (auto), SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, TA, Lifeline, etc.; Con Ed EEAP for income-below-AMI customers.
Income limit (2026)
Program-based; EEAP below area median income.
Papers to gather
Benefit award letter (SNAP/Medicaid/SSI), utility account number.
Renewal
Re-verified periodically (annually via agency match).
2026 update
ACTIVE; Con Ed expanded EAP Feb 2026; SNAP enrollees must apply directly.

Official page: coned.com