Yonkers, New York Commercial Natural Gas

Yonkers Commercial Natural Gas: Westchester's Largest City

Yonkers—New York's fourth-largest city and Westchester County's biggest municipality—offers significant natural gas savings opportunities for businesses. From its revitalized waterfront to diverse commercial districts, Yonkers' business community can benefit from New York's deregulated energy market.

Understanding how to navigate natural gas procurement helps Yonkers businesses reduce operating costs while supporting continued economic growth.

How Natural Gas Works in Yonkers

Con Edison Service

Con Edison provides natural gas delivery throughout Yonkers and Westchester County:

• Distribution network: Owns and maintains local pipelines
• Meter services: Records all usage
• Emergency response: 24/7 service (800-752-6633)
• Billing: Consolidated delivery and supply

Con Edison serves New York City and Westchester County.

New York Energy Choice (ESCO Program)

The New York Public Service Commission regulates supplier choice:

• Licensed ESCOs compete for commercial accounts
• Consumer protection regulations in place
• Seamless switching between suppliers
• Con Edison continues reliable delivery

Service Structure

Component	Provider	Competitive?
Gas delivery	Con Edison	No—regulated
Gas supply	Con Edison or ESCO	Yes
Meter reading	Con Edison	No
Billing	Con Edison or ESCO	Options available

Cost Reduction Strategies for Yonkers

1. Compare ESCO Suppliers

Yonkers businesses have supplier options:

Evaluation Factor	What to Consider
Per-therm rate	Base commodity cost
Rate type	Fixed, variable, or index
Contract term	12-36 months typical
Monthly fees	Additional charges
Exit provisions	Early termination costs

Check NYSERDA and NY PSC for licensed ESCO information.

2. Leverage Volume

Yonkers businesses can negotiate based on consumption:

• Under 15,000 therms: Standard commercial rates
• 15,000-50,000 therms: Custom quotes available
• 50,000+ therms: Direct negotiations
• Multi-property: Portfolio pricing

Commercial real estate portfolios should request custom pricing.

3. Strategic Timing

Natural gas prices fluctuate seasonally. Monitor EIA data:

Favorable periods:

• Late spring and summer
• After mild winters
• High storage levels

Higher cost periods:

• Peak heating season
• Extreme cold events
• Supply constraints

Yonkers' winter heating makes timing valuable.

4. Regional Aggregation

Westchester County and NYC metro businesses benefit from aggregation:

• Multiple Yonkers facilities
• Westchester County operations
• NYC metro regional
• Tri-state coordination

Combined volume improves negotiating position.

Industries We Serve in Yonkers

Commercial Real Estate

Office and commercial properties:

• Downtown office buildings
• Waterfront developments
• Mixed-use properties
• Multi-tenant facilities

Explore: Multi-Tenant Natural Gas Solutions

Healthcare

Medical facilities throughout Yonkers:

• St. John's Riverside Hospital
• Medical offices
• Clinics and urgent care
• Healthcare networks

See: Healthcare Natural Gas Solutions

Education

Schools and institutions:

• School district facilities
• Private schools
• Educational campuses
• After-school programs

Related: Educational Facility Natural Gas Solutions

Manufacturing

Industrial operations:

• Manufacturing facilities
• Industrial parks
• Processing operations
• Light industrial

Explore: Manufacturing Natural Gas Solutions

Restaurants & Hospitality

Yonkers' growing dining scene:

• Independent restaurants
• Multi-location groups
• Hotels and hospitality
• Commercial kitchens

See: Restaurant Natural Gas Solutions

Retail

Commercial retail operations:

• Shopping centers
• Retail stores
• Cross County Shopping Center area
• Commercial districts

Yonkers Market Specifics

NYC Metro Location

Proximity to Manhattan creates unique dynamics:

• NYC commuter city
• Corporate relocations
• Metro-North access
• Regional commercial center

Waterfront Revitalization

Downtown transformation:

• Hudson River waterfront development
• Mixed-use projects
• Residential growth
• Commercial expansion

Economic Diversity

Varied business base:

• Healthcare sector
• Retail concentration
• Manufacturing heritage
• Service industries

Westchester County

County seat proximity:

• County government
• Professional services
• Regional commerce
• Corporate headquarters

Compare New York Cities

Coordinate across New York locations:

• New York City - Con Edison/National Grid territory
• Buffalo - National Fuel Gas territory
• Rochester - RG&E territory
• Syracuse - National Grid territory
• Albany - National Grid territory
• New York statewide

Understanding Your Yonkers Gas Bill

Bill Components

Your Con Edison bill includes:

1. Delivery Charges (Con Edison)

• Customer charge (fixed monthly)
• Distribution charge (per therm)
• Infrastructure charges
• System benefit charges
• Taxes and surcharges

2. Supply Charges

• Gas commodity cost (per therm)
• From Con Edison or ESCO
• Shopping here creates savings

Rate Classes

Con Edison commercial service classifications:

Class	Description
SC 2	Firm gas service
SC 3	Large volume gas
SC 4	Interruptible service

Delivery charges apply regardless of supplier.

Contract Strategies for Yonkers

Fixed Rate Contracts

Beneficial for:

• Commercial real estate budgeting
• Healthcare facilities
• Educational institutions
• Winter price protection

Standard terms:

• 12, 24, or 36 months
• Locked per-therm rate
• Early termination fees

Variable/Index Rates

Consider when:

• Flexible budget capacity
• Market monitoring capability
• Shorter-term needs
• Summer operations

Yonkers considerations:

• Winter heating significant
• Budget certainty often important
• Commercial buildings prefer predictability

Yonkers Recommendations

Given Yonkers' commercial profile:

• Fixed pricing provides valuable protection
• Portfolio pricing for multi-property operators
• At least partial fixed recommended
• Monitor market for opportunities

Learn more: Understanding Natural Gas Deregulation

Energy Efficiency in Yonkers

Con Edison Programs

Con Edison offers commercial efficiency programs:

• Equipment rebates
• Custom project incentives
• Energy assessments
• Demand response programs

Visit Con Edison Business for current programs.

NYSERDA Programs

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority NYSERDA offers:

• Commercial rebates
• Custom incentives
• Technical support
• Financing options

Westchester County Programs

County-level initiatives:

• Sustainable Westchester programs
• Community solar options
• Green building incentives
• Energy efficiency resources

Get Your Free Yonkers Analysis

Natural Gas Advisors helps Yonkers and Westchester County businesses optimize natural gas costs:

1. Bill Analysis: Review your current Con Edison bills
2. ESCO Comparison: Compare licensed energy suppliers
3. Contract Review: Evaluate terms and opportunities
4. Negotiation Support: Secure competitive rates
5. Ongoing Management: Monitor renewals and market

No cost to businesses—suppliers compensate us directly.

Whether you manage commercial real estate, healthcare facilities, retail operations, or any Yonkers business, New York's deregulated market offers real savings opportunities.

Yonkers is the gateway to Westchester. Let us open the gateway to energy savings. Contact Natural Gas Advisors today for your complimentary Westchester County energy analysis.