With the recent gas and electricity tariff increase in Singapore, many residents are feeling the pinch. Just how much is the hike, and what causes these frequent increases? In this brief article, we’ll break down the details and uncover the reasons behind these changes.
How Much Is The Recent Tariff Increase in Singapore?
| SP Group | City Energy |
| 0.3 per cent increase in electricity tariffs compared to the previous quarter. | Increase of 0.30 cents per kWh, raising the tariff to 23.42 cents per kWh before GST. |
| New tariff of 29.88 cents per kWh before GST, up from 29.79 cents |
From July 1 to September 30:
SP Group announced that there will be a 0.3% increase in electricity tariffs compared to the previous quarter. This raises the tariff to 29.88 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) before GST, up from 29.79 cents.
Households under City Energy will also undergo 0.30 cents per kWh increase in town gas over the same period. This means households will pay 23.42 cents per kWh before GST, up from 23.12 cents.
Why Is The Tariff Increasing in Singapore?
According to SP Group, the hike is due to an increase in energy costs, averaging at 0.09 cents per kWh.
These costs are paid to power generation companies, and are adjusted quarterly to reflect changes in fuel and power generation expenses.
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