About National Grid

National Grid is one of the foremost international electricity and gas providers and one of

the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. We deliver unparalleled safety,

reliability and cost efficiency to our customers and communities. National Grid is committed

to being an innovative leader in energy management and to safeguarding our global

environment for future generations.

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Terms and Conditions: Offer available to businesses that do not currently heat with natural gas where National Grid gas service is available in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Long Island. Discounted equipment does not apply to gas-to-gas replacement or equipment installation. All offers are subject to change and some restrictions apply. © 2011 National Grid

It can help you save money — and the planet

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See why so many business owners and property managers are making the switch

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When you compare it to oil gas is the natural choice

OIL

Continuous, reliable source of energy

Allows you to budget heating costs with more consistent bills and price

Perfect for heating, hot water, gas fireplaces, cooking, dryers

Reduces carbon dioxide by up to 40% and sulfur dioxide by up to 99.9%

99% of natural gas comes from North America

Delivery problems can cause heating interruptions

Volatile market creates unpredictable pricing and costs

Used mainly for heating and hot water

Produces soot, fumes and greenhouse gases

55% of oil comes from abroad

NATURAL GAS

*Multi-family applies to buildings of six or more dwelling units per structure.

From schools and hospitals to businesses, hotel chains and multi-family* properties, more and more commercial entities are converting from oil to natural gas.

And with good reason. Natural gas is less costly, more reliable and cleaner burning than oil. And you can make the switch easily and cost-efficiently. When you look at natural gas and oil side by side and see how simple and affordable conversion can be, it’s an easy choice to make.

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A smart choice for a wide range of commercial concernsConverting to natural gas can provide a host of benefits, whether you manage a large retail chain or own a six-unit apartment building.

Businesses Large or small, your business can enjoy big benefits from converting to natural gas. You’ll gain significant cost efficiencies while reducing your carbon footprint — which is something both your company and your customers will feel good about.

Multi-Family BuildingsWhether you run buildings with hundreds of units or as few as half a dozen, natural gas will make a significant difference to your tenants — who won’t need to worry about running out of heating fuel on a cold winter night — and to your bottom line.

Commercial Building ContractorsIf you’re a commercial building contractor in National Grid’s service territory, you can offer your customers a simple way to cut operating costs and help create a cleaner environment with natural gas. Plus, energy-saving rebates help make conversion easy and affordable.

CONSIDER THE SAVINGS• Natural gas can cost 45% less than

fuel oil in some regions.

• Your facility’s energy efficiency

could increase by up to 30%

when you upgrade to a high-

efficiency system.

• Gas heating equipment requires

less maintenance and repairs,

reducing yearly upkeep costs.

• With no need for unsightly storage

tanks, natural gas helps conserve

space and also eliminates the risk of

expensive cleanups and environ-

mental fines associated with tank

leaks.

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Gas is easier on your wallet and the environment

The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts that natural gas will continue to cost less than fuel oil and propane through 2011 and into the future. In some regions of the National Grid service territory, natural gas can be 45% less than fuel oil.

So you won’t have to worry that wildly fluctuating prices or a severe winter will start to send your operating costs through the roof.

Ongoing maintenance is more affordable, too. Cleaner heating equipment means less maintenance and fewer repairs to your system, saving you on costs year in and year out.

National Grid even makes conversion cost-efficient with money-saving incentives and discounts on heating equipment. For details, speak with one of our energy experts today.

From initial conversion to ongoing maintenance natural gas saves you money every step of the way

The U.S Department of Energy

forecasts that natural gas will

continue to cost less than fuel oil

and propane through 2011 and

into the future.

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Conversion is easyNational Grid will help create a conversion plan that works with your budget and your schedule. So you’ll know ahead of time what conversion to natural gas will cost and how long the process will take. In addition, you may qualify for incentives or rebates when you install high-efficiency heating equipment.

Plus, making the change to natural gas also helps create a cleaner world, reducing carbon dioxide by up to 40% and sulfur dioxide by 99.9%. It can shrink your carbon footprint by at least 183,000 pounds of carbon.

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1. Complete a Service Line Agreement or Non-Residential Application (depending on region)Sign the agreement or contract and return it along with your payment. If your building is already connected to a natural gas line, skip to step 2.

2. Submit an Equipment Order FormHave your contractor send a plumber’s contractor letter. Submit it to your National Grid sales representative along with your payment.

3. Schedule Your Equipment Installation and Inspection After installation, make sure your contractor has the equipment inspected by your town gas inspector. Then display your inspection tag on the meter bar.

4. Set and Schedule Your Gas MeterContact your contractor or sales representative to schedule your gas meter installation. National Grid will then turn on your gas.

To start the conversion process follow these simple steps:

Take the next step toward converting to natural gas

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