AskPSC - Electricity

Electricity

Electricity is an essential service that affects virtually every aspect of modern life. Electricity allows people to turn on lights at the flip of a switch, watch television, use computers and keep food cold in the refrigerator.

The PSC is responsible for overseeing the performance of electric corporations under Commission jurisdiction to ensure that they provide safe, adequate, and efficient service at just and reasonable rates, with concern for the environment.

This page provides information on the electric utilities regulated by the Commission, the Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) operating in New York, programs and initiatives regarding electric supply and guides to help consumers make informed decisions regarding their electric service.

New and Noteworthy:

◊	Advanced Metering Infrastructure Proceeding - To encourage the development and deployment of advanced metering infrastructure in order to provide customers with access to the data necessary for energy management
◊	Staff Report on the State of Competitive Energy Markets
◊	Standby Rates for Distributed Generation
◊	NYPA's Power To Schools-- Assist public and private schools to better manage their power costs
◊	ESCO Referral Program-- Customers are provided the opportunity to obtain a 7% discount off of the utility's commodity price for an introductory period.