The municipal government of Pforzheim assumes financial responsibility for district heating costs.
In a significant move aimed at alleviating the financial burden on its customers, the Supervisory Board of Stadtwerke Pforzheim, chaired by Mayor Peter Boch, has decided to impose a price cap on district heating prices. The decision, made during a recent meeting, will see the price of district heating capped at 16.5 cents per kilowatt-hour, retroactively effective from January 1, 2024.
The price reduction and cap are part of Stadtwerke Pforzheim's broader strategy to support customers. However, it's important to note that the adjustment of hot water prices has not been discussed in the context of this decision.
Currently, the unit price of district heating stands at 18.97 cents per kilowatt-hour. The price cap will result in a reduction of 2.47 cents per kilowatt-hour for customers.
The decision to cap prices comes amidst rising district heating costs due to developments on the energy market, particularly the Ukraine crisis causing strong fluctuations in gas prices. According to Herbert Marquard, Managing Director of SWP, the goal is to relieve customers by supporting district heating prices.
It's worth mentioning that the federal government ended price brakes at the beginning of the year, contributing to the increase in district heating costs. In response to this, SWP's decision to cap district heating prices is a significant effort to minimize the impacts of the energy crisis.
For those seeking more precise figures for 2023 and 2024 district heating prices from Stadtwerke Pforzheim, it is recommended to consult their official website, local regulatory authority or energy price monitoring portals, or official public notices or customer information letters from Stadtwerke Pforzheim. These sources usually release updated tariffs annually and note changes compared to previous years.
Herbert Marquard emphasized that the decision sends a strong signal to customers, underscoring SWP's commitment to their well-being during these challenging times. The exact date of the Supervisory Board's decision is not provided in the current paragraph.
The price cap on district heating is part of Stadtwerke Pforzheim's wider business strategy to support customers, particularly in the face of rising energy costs in the industry. This decision, aimed at relieving customers, follows the federal government's ending of price brakes, contributing to the increase in district heating costs.
