In addition to its efforts directed toward sustainability issues associated with climate change, Con Edison has a comprehensive environmental program to manage the other aspects of environmental responsibility.
Con Edison works to reduce and make continual progress toward eliminating the release of any substance that may cause environmental damage. The company also has provisions in place to help safeguard all habitats affected by operations of its regulated utility companies and will protect open spaces while preserving biodiversity. Con Edison is committed to making sustainable use of renewable natural resources to the greatest extent possible. We conserve non-renewable natural resources through efficient use and careful planning. We reduce and, where possible, eliminate waste through source reduction and recycling. All waste will be handled and disposed of through safe and responsible methods.