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🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

7,500 Vestforbrænding customers have received extra bills

Thousands of district heating customers in Glostrup have received a one-time extraordinary bill from Vestforbrænding due to significant operational failures.

Mar 19 • 17:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Worse times may still be ahead, next winter's heating bills could truly shock

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could significantly impact the European economy, especially regarding heating costs for the upcoming winter.

Mar 19 • 16:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer press conference seven major points - from energy bills help to Trump call

Keir Starmer announced a £53 million emergency package to assist heating oil customers amid rising prices linked to the US-Israel war with Iran.

Mar 16 • 12:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Heating expert shares exact date to turn off your thermostat – and it is soon

A heating expert recommends turning off thermostats by March 20 to help save on heating bills, but this depends on weather temperatures.

Mar 14 • 00:55 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

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.

Mar 13 • 06:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Heating bills for February have already reached Vilnius residents: here’s how much they will have to pay

Vilnius residents are facing significant heating bills for February, with higher costs noted in less energy-efficient buildings due to cold weather and high energy demands.

Mar 10 • 08:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Pole Explodes the Internet: Reduced Heating Bills by Replacing Firewood with Sweeter Fuel

A man living in Poland managed to heat his entire home using 133 donuts purchased from a store.

Mar 7 • 09:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Five simple tips to save money on your heating bills

This article provides practical tips for improving radiator efficiency to save on heating costs during winter.

Mar 4 • 11:28 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Two Main Solutions Proposed for Paying Heating Bills

Latvia's Economy Ministry has proposed two solutions for covering increased heating bills in collaboration with property managers: a flat rate payment and a deferred payment option.

Mar 3 • 13:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Shock over heating bills: which homes are the biggest energy wasters?

Heating costs in Lithuania have surged by an average of 85% due to cold weather and removal of VAT exemptions.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Heating bills support temporarily raised for housing benefits and its recipients expanded

Due to rising heating costs in Latvia during a cold winter, the government has decided to temporarily increase housing benefits for lower-income households until April 30th.

Feb 26 • 07:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Heat price jump: energy-inefficient apartment buildings pay the most

In Lithuania, rising heating prices disproportionately impact energy-inefficient apartment buildings, leading to increased heating bills for residents.

Feb 26 • 06:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Biting cold and record bills have prompted a look towards Latvians: here’s how residents will be heated

Lithuanian residents are increasingly turning to Latvia for alternative biofuel sources to stabilize heating costs amid rising prices and harsh winter conditions.

Feb 23 • 13:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man slashes energy bills by heating his home with Lidl doughnuts

A man in Poland heated his home using 133 Lidl doughnuts, finding it a cheaper alternative to traditional firewood.

Feb 23 • 10:28 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Expensive Heating: We Show Examples of Who Is Eligible for Benefits

Latvian residents have faced significant increases in heating bills, prompting discussions about eligibility for government assistance.

Feb 22 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After Huge Heating Bills in Kaunas – Proposals from Conservatives

The opposition leader in Kaunas has proposed measures to address skyrocketing heating costs, suggesting partial renovations and increased government support for local residents.

Feb 22 • 16:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis shares surprising £1.50 home hack to save on heating bills

Martin Lewis offers an unusual tip for reducing heating costs this winter by using clingfilm to insulate windows.

Feb 20 • 09:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Vecpiebalga has one of the highest heating tariffs in Latvia

Residents of Vecpiebalga are grappling with high heating costs, with some families reporting bills significantly impacting their finances.

Feb 18 • 16:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Severe cold forces housing associations to investigate heating obligations and cost-saving options

The ongoing severe cold in Estonia is prompting housing associations to address issues of unheated apartments and rising energy bills.

Feb 18 • 14:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP Cold Weather Payments MAPPED: Check your area as 1.5 million homes get cash

1.5 million households in the UK have received £25 Cold Weather Payments to help with heating bills due to prolonged sub-zero temperatures this winter.

Feb 18 • 12:43 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

After lengthy debates, the government approves support for citizens to pay heating bills

The Latvian government has approved a bill to increase housing support coefficients to aid residents in paying heating bills from January to April 2026, amid opposition from local authorities and employer associations.

Feb 18 • 11:48 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Due to high heating bills, the government decides to increase housing benefits; the pool of recipients will also expand

The Latvian government is raising housing benefits to assist households affected by high heating costs, with changes in the formula for calculating the benefits set to take effect in early January.

Feb 18 • 09:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Heating bills up to $1200: polar cold exacerbates the heating crisis in the U.S.

The extreme polar cold in the U.S. has led to skyrocketing heating bills, with average costs reaching up to $1242 for electric-powered homes.

Feb 17 • 11:11 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The heating energy tariff in Liepāja is stable; the biggest losers are the residents of unrenovated houses

Residents of unrenovated homes in Liepāja face significant heating cost increases, with some bills doubling compared to previous months.

Feb 17 • 03:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Heating bills significantly affect gardening costs

A nursery manager in Latvia reports a substantial increase in heating costs, impacting the overall expenses of running a greenhouse.

Feb 16 • 16:08 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In connection with higher heating bills, the interest of residents in housing subsidies is increasing

Residents of Riga are increasingly inquiring about housing subsidies amid rising heating costs.

Feb 12 • 14:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

SPRK will determine the maximum purchase price for thermal energy

Latvia's Saeima has voted in favor of amendments to the Energy Law that establish a maximum price for purchasing produced thermal energy, designed to help residents reduce heating bills.

Feb 12 • 09:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Residents of Mālpils face high heating bills

Residents of Mālpils, Latvia, are struggling with soaring heating bills due to poorly insulated apartments, causing significant financial strain.

Feb 11 • 18:13 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Regarding the Rising Heating Bills, Proposes Expanding the Availability of Housing Benefits

Due to projected significant rises in heating bills, a proposal has been put forward in Latvia to expand the availability of housing benefits to a larger segment of the population.

Feb 11 • 14:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Study shows best way to warm home and slash energy bills

New research highlights effective methods for households to reduce energy bills, focusing on heat retention and optimal energy use timing.

Feb 11 • 12:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Residents of Klaipėda to Receive Heating Compensations

Following a harsh January and increased heating bills, Klaipėda residents are seeking compensations from the municipal government.

Feb 11 • 10:14 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In Mālpils, money for winter bills starts to be saved in summer

Residents in Mālpils are already preparing financially for high winter heating bills by saving money during the summer months.

Feb 10 • 16:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

No support for electricity prices in Tallinn, residents will be supported in other ways

Opposition politicians demand compensation for rising heating and electricity bills in Tallinn, while those in power are hesitant to act.

Feb 10 • 15:58 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

ZZS calls to expand support for households due to high heating bills

The Green and Farmers' Union (ZZS) in Latvia is urging the government to provide targeted support to households facing significantly higher heating and electricity costs this winter.

Feb 10 • 11:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

January Cold Hits All of Lithuania – Bills Shock Not Only in Vilnius

January's severe cold has led to a significant increase in heating bills across Lithuania, with many residents experiencing record-high costs.

Feb 10 • 07:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

In light of high electricity and utility bills: which household devices consume the most energy?

High electricity and utility bills have become a significant expense for many households during the winter heating period, prompting a review of the most energy-consuming devices.

Feb 10 • 07:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Pay less for heating. What can everyone do in their home?

The article suggests practical steps that homeowners in Latvia can take to reduce heating bills by improving energy efficiency in their homes.

Feb 10 • 05:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

On social networks - a cosmic heating bill for a resident of Mažeikiai: 'The value of solar power in winter is zero'

A Mažeikiai resident highlights the high heating costs during winter, emphasizing that solar power provides no benefit during these months.

Feb 9 • 11:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

January district heating bills will be about 50% larger

Residents of a housing association on Meeliku Street in Estonia are facing significantly higher district heating bills this January, nearly 50% more compared to last December and January of the previous year.

Feb 8 • 08:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

January district heating bills will be twice as high compared to the previous year

January district heating bills in Estonia are expected to be significantly higher than last year, with an increase of around 50%.

Feb 7 • 16:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Residents share their first January heating bills: tax jump causes astonishment

Residents in Lithuania are expressing shock over significant increases in their heating bills for January compared to December, with some facing bills that are over double the previous month.

Feb 6 • 09:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"I Accept Donations." Residents of Narva Compare Heating Bills on Social Media

In Narva, a border town in Estonia, residents are discussing the high heating bills they receive during January, a period known for its cold temperatures, and local authorities are calling for government intervention to address the issue.

Feb 6 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Heating bills received in Gulbene show significant increase for January

Residents of Gulbene are facing heating bills that have risen by 70-80 euros compared to December, with one resident reporting a jump from 130 euros to 200 euros for a four-room apartment.

Feb 6 • 06:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Energy Saving Trust shares simple way to slash £90 from bill

The Energy Saving Trust provides tips for saving £90 from electricity bills in the UK by adjusting heating controls and temperature settings.

Feb 5 • 12:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

What to do if you can't afford your electricity bill in January? Here's how electricity companies respond

As electricity bills are expected to skyrocket in January due to colder weather and increased heating needs, consumer queries regarding payment flexibility are addressed by several electricity companies, including Fortum, which shows willingness to accommodate customers.

Feb 4 • 05:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Wickes says 99p tool lowers energy bills and recommends 'one degree rule'

Wickes is advising UK homeowners to use a 99p gadget to reduce heating costs by following the 'one degree rule' to improve energy efficiency during winter.

Feb 3 • 14:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Waiting for double heating bills - clear compensation rules: who can receive and how much?

Residents of major Lithuanian cities are about to receive significantly higher heating bills due to increased consumption and a VAT hike.

Feb 3 • 06:23 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Melnis on expected heating bills: It is clear that they will be higher

Climate and Energy Minister Kaspars Melnis stated that there are no signals of extraordinary problems due to increased heating costs, despite the anticipated rise in heating bills discussed in a recent meeting.

Feb 2 • 14:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Keep homes warm and cut energy bills by using heating at 1 specific time of day

A heating expert provides tips on the optimal time to use heating to maintain warmth in homes and reduce energy bills during winter.

Jan 15 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

My top winter buy is on sale - a self-heating blanket that costs nothing to run

Shopping writer Lucy Addicott promotes the Silentnight Heat Genie Self Heating Blanket as a winter essential that's currently on sale and helps keep energy bills low.

Jan 14 • 13:56 UTC

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