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Goodwill And Other Intangibles (Expenses Related To Emissions And Renewable Energy Requirements) (Details) (Power [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Power [Member]
     
Goodwill [Line Items]      
Emissions Expense $ 10pseg_EmissionsExpense
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$ 6pseg_EmissionsExpense
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$ 5pseg_EmissionsExpense
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Renewable Energy Expense $ 59pseg_RenewableEnergyExpense
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$ 26pseg_RenewableEnergyExpense
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$ 34pseg_RenewableEnergyExpense
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= pseg_PowerMember