Decrease in Network Fees by 30% Anticipated in 2025

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2025 September 14 . 5:27 AM

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Decrease in Network Fees by 30% Anticipated in 2025

Schleswig-Holstein, a pioneer in Germany's energy transition, is set to experience a notable change in its energy landscape. The Federal Network Agency has implemented a reform that will result in a reduction of network charges, providing relief to consumers starting from 2025.

The new regulation aims to ensure a fairer distribution of these costs, a challenge that Schleswig-Holstein has faced in its regional network expansion efforts. This reform is expected to save households in the SH Netz supply area over 250 million euros annually.

The reduction in network charges will result in a savings of approximately 4.5 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) for electricity customers. This significant step towards a fairer distribution of network expansion costs in Germany is the result of years of effort and initiatives.

Initiatives such as resolutions of the Energy Ministers' Conference and the Federal Council, as well as a study by Consentec GmbH from 2021, laid the foundation for the network charge reform. The Ministry of the Environment of Schleswig-Holstein has been campaigning for this reform since 2014.

Tobias Goldschmidt, Minister for the Environment of Schleswig-Holstein, emphasized the reduction in network charges, stating that the people of Schleswig-Holstein will feel the benefits in their wallets. SH Netz has announced a 30% reduction in network charges effective from January 1, 2025.

It is the responsibility of energy suppliers to pass on the reduced network charges to end customers. This reduction in network charges is a significant step towards a fairer distribution of network expansion costs in Germany.

The people of Schleswig-Holstein can look forward to feeling the positive impact of this reform in their daily lives. The energy transition continues to present challenges, but this reduction in network charges is a step in the right direction towards a more equitable energy future for all.