Electricity consumption reached 10,578 GWh in April, marking a 7.7% increase driven by higher temperatures and greater residential use across all regions of the country.
Electricity demand grew 7.7% in April driven by higher temperatures and increased residential consumption. Consumption reached 10,578 GWh in the fourth month of the year with rises recorded in all regions of the country.
Following the price recomposition, the report addresses how much users who maintain the subsidy will pay.
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The ongoing heatwave is driving electricity prices in Europe to unusual highs. On Wednesday evening, power was traded for nearly 750 euros per megawatt hour.
Colombia's electricity demand rose 6.07% in April 2026 compared to the same month last year, reaching 7,217.2 gigawatt-hours, according to data from XM.
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Manila Electric Co. increased its overall residential electricity rate for July, mainly due to higher generation costs. The adjustment adds P69 to the monthly bill of a typical 200 kWh household. Senators called for measures to protect consumers amid billing disputes.
On May 1, 2026, electricity prices on the German exchange dropped to minus 499 euros per megawatt hour. High photovoltaic production met low demand on a holiday. Economy Minister Katherina Reiche plans reforms to address this.
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Brazil's National Electric Energy Agency said the yellow tariff flag will remain in place for June. Consumers will pay an extra R$ 1,885 for every 100 kWh used for the second straight month.
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has introduced new adjustments that will raise electricity costs for Kenyan consumers starting with June 2026 bills.