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Pension Benefits - Schedule of Employer Contribution to Defined Savings Plan (Details) - Defined Contribution Savings Plan - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items] |  |  |
Employer contribution to the defined savings plan | $ 57 | $ 57 | $ 55
CECONY |  |  |
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items] |  |  |
Employer contribution to the defined savings plan | $ 51 | $ 48 | $ 46

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