POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, January 14, 2026 – Central Hudson today announced the launch of the Enhanced Energy Affordability Program (EEAP), a new two-year pilot designed to support customers who do not meet the income requirements for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) or Central Hudson’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP), but still need help managing their energy bills. EEAP provides a fixed monthly bill discount to help low- and moderate-income families reduce their energy costs. 

“At Central Hudson, we understand that energy costs can be a challenge for many households,” said Lauren Preston, Chief Customer Services Officer. “The Enhanced Energy Affordability Program is designed to provide meaningful relief and help customers manage their bills more effectively. By enrolling, customers can take advantage of expanded benefits that make energy more affordable and accessible. We strongly encourage all eligible customers to sign up and experience the difference this program can make.” 

To qualify for EEAP, applicants must: 

• Be an active Central Hudson customer with an active electric or gas account. 
• Have a household income at or below 100% of State Median Income. Income guidelines are available at CentralHudson.com/EEAP. 
• Provide complete income documentation for all household members for the past month. 
• Not be currently enrolledin the Energy Affordability Program (EAP). 

EEAP is separate from EAP, which supports households receiving qualifying government assistance benefits. Customers enrolled in EAP are not eligible for EEAP. 

Eligible customers may apply for EEAP at https://cenhud.nyeeap.com/program, or by calling 877-400-2501 for support. 

Applicants will be required to submit: 

• A Central Hudson account number and a bill from each of the last three months if the account number entered doesn’t match our system. Copies of bills may be downloaded at cenhud.com/en/login.Customers will only have to provide billing information if the account number entered in the site doesn’t match the information in Central Hudson’s system.  
• Proof of income for all household members from the past month, such as pay stubs, Social Security or pension statements, or self-employment records.  
• Customers are encouraged to ensure all uploaded documents are clear and readable.  

For more information on EEAP eligibility requirements and benefits, visit www.CentralHudson.com/EEAP. To learn more about Central Hudson's payment assistance and billing programs, visit www.CentralHudson.com/Paymentassistance. 

ABOUT CENTRAL HUDSON  

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation, a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., is an energy delivery company headquartered in Poughkeepsie, New York. Central Hudson provides electricity to approximately 315,000 customers and natural gas to 90,000 customers across eight counties in New York State’s Mid-Hudson River Valley. The company serves a 2,600-square-mile territory that stretches north from the suburbs of metropolitan New York City to the Capital District around Albany. Central Hudson actively supports local community service and business organizations and offers value-added products and services, including energy efficiency and economic development programs. For more information, visit www.CentralHudson.com. Join the conversation on Facebook, follow our updates on Instagram, learn about our achievements on LinkedIn, and stay informed on X.  

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