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What You Can Expect This Winter
As the cold weather approaches, Con Edison crews are preparing for winter storms and working 24/7 to reinforce our energy-delivery systems. That’s what it takes to bring you the most reliable and resilient energy in the nation, even in extreme winter weather.
Winter energy bills are typically higher than autumn bills. As the days grow shorter and colder, and you start using more energy for lighting and heating.
Some parts of your bill will likely go up based on how you heat your home. If you use electric heating, the electric portion of your bill could be higher during the winter. If you’re using natural gas for heating, your electric bill could be lower this season while the gas portion of your bill will be higher.
Energy supply costs may go up on frigid days when demand is greatest. On rare occasions, such as the coldest days of winter or during prolonged cold spells, we may ask you to conserve energy.
You Can’t Control the Cold. Here Are 3 Ways You Can Take Control
Find Out About Bill Help. Try our Financial Assistance Advisor. The tool will ask you questions and point you toward resources right for you. And, we have a plan to help more New Yorkers manage rising energy costs. Our Expanded Energy Affordability Program, coming in early 2026, may mean you qualify for bill help, even if you haven’t in the past.
Get Weekly Energy Use Reports. Opt in to alerts that let you know what day and time you used the most electricity. These emails also include tips about ways to save energy. To receive Weekly Energy Use Reports, log in to your account at conEd.com/Notifications then scroll down to sign up.
Get More Insights About Your Habits. Log in to conEd.com/MyAccount for detailed insights about your home’s energy use. Track your energy usage trends by month and season, get a breakdown of your bill, and compare your home’s energy use to others.
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