* “Con Ed’s Next Crisis” (Nicole Gelinas, Post- Opinion, June 30) is a thoughtful analysis of the challenges Con Edison faces as it continues to provide reliable energy to New Yorkers.

On a daily basis, our dedicated workforce and management team must deal with a host of factors – from the forces of nature to the ever-evolving regulatory, political and financial environments.

Our efforts to protect the environment and implement energy-efficiency programs are equally important.

Nicole Gelinas provides an important service in making this complex subject understandable to your readers.

Frances A. Resheske

Sr. VP, Public Affairs

Con Edison

Manhattan