Urmas Varblane: tariffs should remain for electricity and taxi services
Urmas Varblane argues that the term 'tariff' has become widely adopted in Estonia, replacing the traditional term 'tollimaks' (customs duty), a shift he finds concerning.
Good News for Bihar! Electricity tariffs will not increase... Relief for 22.2 million people
Bihar's electricity consumers will not see an increase in tariffs for the financial year 2026-27, providing significant relief for 22.2 million residents.
LEA: One supplier increased electricity tariffs over the week
According to the agency, one electricity supplier raised tariffs for certain fixed-price plans while some other rates remained unchanged.
South Africa: Eskom Electricity Tariffs Going Up 8.76 Percent From April
Eskom is set to increase electricity tariffs by 8.76% starting from April 2026, as approved by South Africa's energy regulator, Nersa.
Ghana: Consumers to Pay Less for Power, Water From April 1
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission in Ghana has announced a reduction in electricity and water tariffs effective April 1, 2026, due to improved economic conditions.
Economist: If oil prices continue to rise after March, household bills will increase by 20-35 euros
An economist warns that sustained increases in oil prices could lead to a significant rise in electricity and heating tariffs in Latvia, impacting household budgets.
Risk of higher electricity bills when new tariffs are introduced in Luleå
New electricity tariffs are being introduced in Luleå to manage consumption during peak load times, potentially leading to higher bills for consumers who use energy during these periods.
Tidö Parties: Criticized Electricity Fees Need to Be Paused
Sweden's Tidö parties, including the Sweden Democrats and Liberals, are calling for a pause on new electricity tariffs that charge households for when and how they consume electricity.
Delta residents, business owners protest poor power supply
Residents and business owners in Delta State protest against inadequate power supply and high tariffs imposed by BEDC Electricity Plc.
LEA: fixed price plan tariffs jumped by 2.3% over the week
The week saw an increase in fixed price plan tariffs by 2.3%, with one supplier raising rates by 4-5%.
Botswana: Opposition Leader Warns Against Electricity Tariff Hike
The Leader of Botswana's Opposition urges caution against increasing electricity tariffs, citing negative impacts on businesses and consumers.
Economist: If the Iran conflict prolongs, energy tariffs for households could increase by 15%
The ongoing conflict in Iran may lead to a 15% increase in energy tariffs for Latvian households, resulting in higher monthly costs for electricity and heating.
How the electricity subsidy scheme will work in the province of Buenos Aires from March 2026
Starting in March 2026, electricity tariffs in Buenos Aires will increase, and the impact on bills will depend on both the rate hike and household consumption.
Electricity: Reductions in ‘green’ tariffs are coming in March
Market signals indicate a decrease in ‘green’ tariff charges in Greece for March, correlated with the wholesale electricity market conditions.
LIVE Mitsotakis and Androulakis in Parliament on energy amid wiretapping allegations
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis responds to PASOK President Nikos Androulakis's questioning in Parliament concerning energy issues, with Androulakis criticizing the government's energy policy for lacking a coherent plan and social justice.
José Antonio Loret de Mola Assumes the Presidency of the CCE in Yucatán
José Antonio Loret de Mola has taken over the presidency of the Coordinating Business Council (CCE) in Yucatán, focusing on addressing natural gas shortages and reducing electricity tariffs to enhance competitiveness.
5% VAT on Electricity? Poland Skeptical of European Commission Proposal
Poland expresses skepticism regarding the European Commission's proposals to lower electricity costs through tax reductions and budget adjustments.
FG urged to scrap electricity subsidies for all customers
The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Jennifer Adighije, has called for the removal of electricity subsidies in Nigeria, advocating for cost-reflective tariffs to stabilize the power sector.
Letter to the Editor: Response: If those who get pancake with pork charge their electric cars, the visit gets really expensive
The article discusses the absurd impact of new electricity tariffs on electric vehicle owners in Sweden, questioning the energy minister's perspective on managing peak loads.
Busch: Criticized electricity fee may be stopped
Swedish Energy Minister Ebba Busch has indicated that the controversial statutory energy tariffs may be halted.
Energy auction ceiling prices will be corrected, says minister
The Brazilian Minister of Mines and Energy announced plans to correct the ceiling prices for the electricity capacity auction to ensure fair investor returns and tariff affordability before the auction scheduled for March.
LEA: One supplier increased electricity tariffs per week
A survey indicated that one independent supplier raised electricity tariffs by up to 1% in certain fixed price plans, while another supplier kept their rates unchanged.
"Ignitis Latvia" Enters the Household Electricity Market
Lithuanian energy company Ignitis has launched electricity sales to households in Latvia, offering several new tariff plans.
Lithuania's 'Ignitis' starts electricity sales to Latvian households
Ignitis has launched personalized electricity tariffs for Latvian households, aiming to disrupt the existing energy market.
Electricity: Mass exit from green tariffs – 83% shift of households to fixed rates
In Greece, a significant shift is occurring as 83% of households abandon green tariff electricity plans in favor of fixed rate contracts to gain more cost predictability in the wake of market fluctuations.
Mexico wants to send oil to Cuba but avoid tariffs
Mexican officials are seeking ways to send fuel to Cuba to meet basic needs like electricity and transportation while avoiding retaliation from Washington, which has threatened tariffs on countries supplying oil to the Caribbean island.
The Government announced rate increases above inflation
The government has decided to increase electricity and gas tariffs monthly, exceeding the inflation rate, amidst efforts to gradually restructure service pricing.
The orange electricity tariffs are coming – What changes and who benefits
Starting in early 2026, a new hourly dynamic pricing model known as 'orange tariffs' will be implemented, where electricity prices will fluctuate based on wholesale market prices and require smart meters.
Electricity: Consumers are increasingly turning to fixed tariffs
Consumers in Greece are shifting towards fixed electricity tariffs as prices for these contracts remain stable or lower compared to variable rates, especially after the prices equalized in December.
Electricity: When will orange tariffs be implemented – What changes do they bring?
Orange electricity tariffs will come into effect on February 1, 2026, for large customers and on April 1, 2026, for small customers, aiming to significantly boost Greek businesses with flexible production.
DEI: Stable prices for household tariffs in January despite the rise in wholesale prices
DEI is maintaining stable prices for its basic household tariffs for January 2026, despite an increase in wholesale electricity prices recorded in December.
Trump's Tariffs and the Start of the Battle for the European Budget. Six Reports on the European Economy in 2025
The article discusses Europe's challenges in 2025, including Trump's tariffs, the upcoming battle over the European budget, the weakening of green regulations, the approval of an end to Russian gas imports, threats of loss of EU funds from the Fico government, and Europe's dependency on China.