Switch Electricity Supplier in New York

New York technically allows ESCO (Energy Service Company) supply, but the NY Public Service Commission has documented that most ESCO customers pay MORE than the default utility rate. A 2020 study found ESCO customers in NY paid $1.2B more than default supply customers over four years. Most New Yorkers should stay with their utility's default supply.

Average savings: Often negative — proceed with caution

How to switch in New York

1
Check your current bill — is your supply already an ESCO? If so, the utility's default rate is almost certainly cheaper.
2
If you want to shop, only consider 100% renewable plans where the premium funds RECs.
3
Avoid all variable-rate ESCO offers — the PSC has documented chronic overcharging.
4
If you're already with an ESCO, switching back to utility default is free and takes 1 billing cycle.

Red flags to avoid

•ANY door-to-door ESCO sales agent — NY has seen widespread fraud and slamming.
•'Locked-in low rates' that aren't locked at all.
•ESCOs that promise 'guaranteed' savings — the NY PSC has fined dozens for this.

Your delivery utility

When you switch suppliers, your delivery utility doesn't change — they still maintain the wires and respond to outages. Only the energy charge on your bill changes.

Not sure if switching will save you money?

Run a free bill check first. We'll tell you whether your current rate is above or below market.