REGION – In mid-January, New York State announced the launch of the Enhanced Energy Affordability Program (EEAP), an expansion of the existing Energy Affordability Program (EAP), which provides discounts on electricity and gas costs to eligible residents.

“EEAP is a two-year pilot program meant to serve households who don’t qualify for EAP, and it potentially offers some much-needed relief to people and families who wouldn’t otherwise be eligible for government benefits,” explained Nadia Rajsz, Chair of the Sullivan County Legislature. “All you need to qualify for EEAP is have an active residential electric or gas account with a participating utility, and be under the household income limits.”

NYSEG, Orange & Rockland Utilities and Central Hudson Gas & Electric all participate in both programs, though discounts vary with each. You can only be enrolled with one program at a time, either EEAP or EAP.

Income limits are based on how many people live in the household. To apply, call 877-400-2501.