Municipal Electric and Gas AllianceP.O. Box 88, Ithaca, New York, United States

The Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance (MEGA) is an aggregator of electricity, natural gas and renewable power. MEGA’s primary objective is to achieve the most competitive prices for electricity and natural gas for its members in order to minimize the cost of energy.Formally established in 2001, but initiated in 1998, MEGA is a Local Development Corporation that serves local governments and affiliated entities by group purchasing of electricity, natural gas and other energy products and services. It presently serves more than 30 county governments and more than 250 municipalities, including many school districts.MEGA knows that in order to be competitive in today’s economy, you must control costs while being able to provide the highest quality services for your constituents and clients. We understand this because that’s why we were created: to help save you money on your energy supply.MEGA’s short-term objective is to achieve the most competitive prices for electricity and natural gas for its members in order to minimize the cost of energy. Over the long term, MEGA also supports energy cost savings through promotion of energy conservation and development of alternative energy resources.MEGA benefits municipalities, school districts, and businesses throughout New York State:

• No cost to participate — pay only for the power you use
• Complete compliance with all NYS bidding requirements
• Access to professional energy consultants at no cost
• Options for variable or fixed pricing
• Access to power from renewable sources
• Easy sign up process
• Save staff time and money in local budgets
• NYSAC-endorsed for energy procurement