We should be prepared for higher electricity costs next year.
The Federal Electricity Commission says price are likely to rise on average 18% - that’s around CHF 220 a year.
But there will be significant differences between cantons - reflecting on how much electricity is generated locally.
The main reason for the hikes is the expiry of futures contracts which has shielded consumers from energy price rises so far.
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