ROCHESTER RESIDENTS AND SMALL BUSINESSES CAN SAVE MONEY ON ELECTRICITY

RENEWABLE "GREEN POWER" IS ALSO AVAILABLE AT DISCOUNTED PRICES

White Plains, NY - December 17, 2007 - Rochester-area households and small businesses can save more than $100 on electricity next year, depending on usage, by switching this December from RGE to ConEdison Solutions for their electricity supply. Through an “energy choice” program available to both residents and small businesses, ConEdison Solutions, one of America’s leading energy services companies, is offering electricity at a rate of 8.49 cents per kilowatt-hour, lower than the RGE fixed-rate price for 2008.

“Thanks to competition, it’s easy for Rochester-area energy users to save on electricity,” said Jorge J. Lopez, president and CEO of ConEdison Solutions. “As one of the state’s top competitive suppliers, we constantly monitor the energy marketplace to deliver the lowest possible rates to households and businesses. By making a simple three-minute phone call, customers can switch electricity suppliers and start saving immediately.”

Electricity users in the RGE territory have until December 28 to switch to a competitive supplier.

“We encourage residents and small businesses to compare prices,” said Mr. Lopez. “The New York State Public Service Commission web site -- PowertoChooseNY.com -- lists various rates and confirms that ConEdison Solutions’ offer is lower than the RGE fixed rate.”

Small businesses and homeowners may also choose ConEdison Solutions’ environmentally friendly Green Power option for a cost lower than the regular RGE fixed price. This unique green power offer is a great way to demonstrate concern for the environment. In fact, a house using green power for a year can have the same positive impact as planting 500 trees.

Residents switching to a competitive supplier will receive a credit of up to 1/2 cent for every kilowatt hour of electricity consumed. Commercial customers also receive credits for switching. Customers who switch are also exempt from the state sales tax on electricity delivery, which amounts to a savings of up to eight percent on their electricity delivery, but still receive the same level of service and maintenance from their local utility.

To switch to ConEdison Solutions, households and businesses should call 1-877-238-2143. RGE customers can also sign up online at www.conedsolutions.com/RGE.

About ConEdison Solutions

ConEdison Solutions is a leading energy services company that provides competitive power supply and cost-effective energy solutions for commercial, industrial, residential, and government customers. The company is based in White Plains, New York, with offices in Burlington, Massachusetts; Cherry Hill, New Jersey; Arlington, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Tampa, Florida. The firm’s dedicated team of energy professionals delivers a broad range of commodity, consulting, demand-side management and performance contracting services. ConEdison Solutions offers programs and services tailored to help customers achieve their individual energy objectives and is accredited as an Energy Services Provider (ESP) by the National Association of Energy Service Companies (NAESCO).

ConEdison Solutions is a subsidiary and registered trademark of Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE: ED). More information can be obtained by calling 1-888-210-8899 or visiting the ConEdison Solutions website at www.conedsolutions.com. You can also visit the Consolidated Edison, Inc. website at www.conedison.com for information on all of the Consolidated Edison companies.