Electricity rates will increase 5% average in January

December 09, 2013.

Start the year with an increase of 5% on average in electricity rates for customers of all companies providing the service.

The setting for the first quarter of next year is the proposed Regulatory Authority of Public Services (Aresep) by variation in the cost of fuels used in thermal power generation

Rates go up depending on the operator, for each percentage increase is different as shown in the picture.

The regulators are examining at this time another request of the Costa Rican Association of Large Energy Consumers would mean a reduction for large consumers 30% adjustment, but an increase for residential customers up to 11%. For those with objections to this fit ARESEP scheduled a public hearing next Friday.

This application should be approved or rejected this December, when it is determined whether the adjustment will be greater for residential customers.

Source: Crhoy.com