Electricity and Gas Tariffs in Ukraine
The Ukrainian government has decided against raising household electricity and gas tariffs starting April 1st. The cost of electricity will remain fixed at UAH 4.32 per kWh, while natural gas will stay at UAH 7.96 per cubic meter. This price freeze is enforced by government decree and a moratorium on gas price reviews, which will remain in effect for at least six months after the end of martial law and the heating season. This policy provides crucial financial predictability for citizens during a period of economic strain caused by the ongoing war.
The electricity tariff is locked in by Government Resolution No. 632, which is valid until April 30, 2026. The state-owned company Naftogaz now supplies 98% of the household gas market. Before the full-scale invasion, Naftogaz served only about 10% of residential gas consumers, marking a dramatic shift in Ukraine's energy market structure toward state control.
Future Changes to Tariffs
Both government and Naftogaz officials have stated that 'maintaining the current price after the war ends will be impossible.' This indicates that tariff adjustments are likely in the future, though prices will remain stable for the population for now. The current stability in energy costs is a key measure to prevent additional social hardship during the conflict.
The government's decision to cap energy prices for the coming months is seen as an effort to avoid social tension amid widespread uncertainty. While this ensures short-term affordability for households, the growing dominance of Naftogaz in the market points to a centralized supply model, which could impact future market competition and efficiency.