Heating costs in the dive: Schleswig-Holstein benefits from falling prices!

Heating costs in the dive: Schleswig-Holstein benefits from falling prices!

With the return of cooler days in October, the time of the sweaters and blankets often ends. Instead, the heating is put back - a time that causes many to take a look at their energy prices. In Schleswig-Holstein there is a gratifying picture: The prices for electricity and gas drop compared to the previous year.

This decline in the prices became clear by an in -depth analysis of the current basic care tariffs. In the case of gas prices, it turned out that an average of an eleven percent has been recorded. But not all regions benefit the same; The prices at Stadtwerke Quickborn fell by astonishing 39 percent, while they rose by over 11 percent in Neumünster. The price range per kilowatt hour ranges from 10.2 cents at E.ON to 16.2 cents at Stadtwerke Geesthacht and is based on an average annual consumption of a four-person household of around 18,000 kilowatt hours.

electricity prices in the downward trend

The development is now similarly positive for electricity prices, with an average decrease of 13 percent. At Stadtwerke Heide, for example, the tariff is even 30 percent cheaper compared to summer 2023. In contrast, the Stadtwerke Kiel had to accept a price increase of 8.2 percent. Overall, the electricity prices are between 35.3 cents in the basic supply tariff of the Sachsenwald e-plant and 47.5 cents in Heide.

While basic care has often been the only reasonable choice in the past, it can now be seen that special tariffs are often cheaper for new customers. The reason for this lies in the purchasing strategy of the providers. Tom Janneck from the Schleswig-Holstein Consumer Center explains that the basic supply is usually bought over longer periods, which gave an advantage in times of high prices. However, the currently lower prices advise you to take a closer look at the tariff options.

tariff changes bring savings

A change to a special tariff could be an advantage for many households in Schleswig-Holstein. Janneck recommends that consumers check their current tariffs and change if necessary, since regional providers often offer better conditions. A quick exchange is usually possible because the deadlines for changing in basic care are shorter. The consumers should pay particular attention to the contractual terms, especially for price guarantees.

An interesting outlook affects electricity prices next year. Janneck believes that they could fall even further because the network yields are adjusted. Especially in rural areas, where a lot of renewable energy is used, the fees could be noticeably cheaper. The Federal Network Agency expects the network charges of 5.49 cents per kilowatt hour.

Despite the falling prices, the topic of energy savings in Schleswig-Holstein remains relevant. Many people have got used to the implementation of energy -saving measures to reduce costs. In a survey by NDR Schleswig-Holstein, many stated that they only heat up individual rooms or take shorter, cooler showers. The value of energy advice from the consumer center remains high, especially for low -income households that continue to fight with high prices for other living costs. Janneck emphasizes that even, despite the price declines, savings of around 10 percent continue to be realized compared to previous years.

The openness of the Schleswig-Holsteiner compared to new tariffs and savings strategies is obvious. They seem to be ready to regain control of their energy costs while winter is approaching. It remains to be seen whether and how energy prices will develop, but the numbers from the past few months offer reason to hope for a noticeable relief for consumers.

For more information about the current developments and tips on energy savings, see the current reporting on www.ndr.de .