Cristian Bușoi: Creşterea tarifelor la energie pentru perioada următoare va fi una moderată, de până la 10% - Economica.net

The upcoming energy price increase is expected to be moderate, around 10%, according to Cristian Bușoi from the Ministry of Energy. Factors influencing this rise include higher consumption due to hot weather and reduced hydroelectric production. Hidroelectrica announced a price hike for new customers starting October 2026, raising the active energy price from 0.45 to 0.515 lei/kWh, reflecting a 13% increase. This adjustment is below the cumulative inflation rate during the unchanged price period. The company faces challenges from rising costs and unfavorable hydrological conditions, impacting energy production significantly. The new pricing applies only to new contracts and does not retroactively affect existing agreements.