Energy costs: Heating costs set to rise according to 2026 forecast
It is becoming clear that households will often have to pay more for heating this year than in 2025. However, those who heat with gas may still be lucky. A new study gives reasons.
German households are expected to face higher heating costs this year, according to a study by co2online. The consultancy firm predicts that heating oil and wood pellets will become significantly more expensive, with oil heating costs rising by 24% to 1,275 Euros for a 70-square-meter apartment in a multi-family building. In contrast, natural gas costs are expected to decrease slightly by 4% to 1,120 Euros per year.
However, the recent increase in wholesale prices may lead to higher gas costs towards the end of 2026 or in 2027. Wood pellet costs are expected to increase by 17% to 870 Euros per year.
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