Bulgaria Faces Higher Utility Bills: Electricity Up 3%, Heating Prices Rise from July 1

The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has unveiled its draft pricing decision for the upcoming regulatory period, proposing higher electricity and heating costs for households starting July 1, 2026. Under the regulator’s calculations, household electricity prices are expected to rise by an average of 2.99%, while heating prices are projected to increase by 4....