Significant changes to network tariffs and a new tariff structure for electricity grid costs are set to take effect next year, alongside adjustments to the electricity price itself, aiming to prevent network overload.

Next to the electricity price itself, there will be important changes to the network tariffs and a new tariff structure for the network costs of the electricity grid next year.

The intention is to avoid overloading the electricity network, as this could result in increased costs for network expansion across the country. While this rationale is understandable, it has raised questions among the public

More information on the topic will follow, assures Lex Delles, the Minister of the Economy, SME, Energy and Tourism.

"Now it is on us, the ministry, to raise awareness which is why I have hired a climate agency to rightfully communicate the news."

Delles was not able to give specific calculation examples yet, since those depend on too many factors, such as individual behaviour when consuming electricity.

What concerns people most about the new tariffs is the possibility of facing an unpleasant surprise when they open their bills, especially after adjusting their consumption habits and transitioning; often to electric mobility or heat pumps.

"It is obvious that with the transition to electric mobility and heat pumps, prices remain lower with electric resources than when using fossil fuels. However, the network costs are an integral part of electricity prices. Thus, the aim is to flatten out electricity price peaks as much as possible to strengthen and enhance the network," admits Lex Delles.

He advises consumers to reduce their electricity consumption and spread usage throughout the day. The energy minister has also highlighted the benefits of installing solar panels at home.