The National System Operator has stated that there is no need to raise electricity tariffs for the fourth quarter of this year (2026). The institution confirmed this by issuing a special statement.

Key Points
  • Decision made not to increase electricity tariffs from October to December.
  • Water levels in reservoirs and above-average rainfall expected due to El Niño conditions cited as reasons.
  • A 2.46 percent tariff hike had previously been proposed to the commission.

Reason for the decision

Existing water reserve levels in reservoirs, along with forecasts of above-average rainfall under El Niño weather patterns, have contributed to this situation. Accordingly, the institution pointed out that it decided not to increase tariffs during the period from October to December this year.

Previous proposal

However, it is also reported that the National System Operator had previously proposed a 2.46 percent electricity tariff increase to the Public Utilities Commission for the fourth quarter, covering October to December this year.

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