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Energy relief 2026: Savings of up to 160 euros for millions of households!
Find out which electricity and gas price reductions will apply to households and companies in Mannheim from 2026 and how you can benefit.
Energy relief 2026: Savings of up to 160 euros for millions of households!
From January 2026, there will be noticeable relief when it comes to energy prices for many households in Germany. Almost three million consumers who receive basic services can look forward to price reductions. A good deal for the wallet: Some households can expect to save over 160 euros per year fr.de reports.
The Federal Cabinet has approved a far-reaching grant of 6.5 billion euros from the Climate and Transformation Fund. These funds flow directly to the operators of the transmission networks and therefore benefit all users, including medium-sized companies. This project received great support from members of the Bundestag: 312 votes were cast for the subsidy.
Electricity prices are plummeting
The regional basic suppliers have already announced that they will reduce electricity prices. On average, prices are around nine percent cheaper. In Cologne, Rheinenergie is reducing prices by twelve percent to 31.48 cents per kWh. In comparison, the provider MVV in Mannheim reduced its prices by eleven percent to 34.82 cents per kWh. An average household that uses 4,000 kWh per year can save around 161 euros tagesschau.de informed.
But there are reliefs not only when it comes to electricity. Households can also breathe a sigh of relief when it comes to gas prices: 69 basic suppliers have announced an average reduction of seven percent, which affects around 700,000 households. In a single-family home with a consumption of 20,000 kWh, around 183 euros can be saved on heating costs. However, there are also reports that ten suppliers will increase their prices by six percent.
The challenges
Despite the positive news, there are some critical voices. Experts estimate that only a third of the relief from the subsidies will actually reach consumers. This can vary from region to region. Network fees, which make up around 28 percent of the price of electricity, could even rise in some areas, which could partially offset the savings.
It should also be mentioned at this point that a quarter of all households in Germany receive electricity via the basic supply. It may therefore be advisable to consider changing tariffs, as basic service contracts can be terminated with two weeks' notice.
With these measures, the federal government is aiming to provide relief totaling ten billion euros by the end of 2026. The goal is clear: eliminate the high burden on households and companies. However, consumer advocates are pushing for a reduction in electricity price levies instead of relying on subsidies to find a sustainable solution for everyone.