Working Price
The working price is the price per kilowatt hour of electricity or gas consumed - the variable part of energy costs.
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Detailed Explanation
The working price, along with the base price, is the second component of energy pricing. It is charged for each kWh consumed.
Composition (electricity, 2024): - Electricity procurement: Approx. 8-12 ct/kWh - Network charges: Approx. 8-10 ct/kWh - EEG surcharge: 0 ct (abolished since 2023) - Electricity tax: 2.05 ct/kWh - Concession fee: Approx. 1-2 ct/kWh - VAT: 19%
Composition (gas, 2024): - Gas procurement: Variable - Network charges: Regionally different - CO2 price: Approx. 1 ct/kWh - Energy tax: 0.55 ct/kWh - VAT: 19%
Tips for saving: - Compare tariffs (working price and base price) - Reduce consumption - Use price guarantees
Calculation Formula
Energy costs = Base price + (Working price × Consumption in kWh)Practical Example
With a working price of 30 ct/kWh and 3,500 kWh annual consumption, working costs are 1,050 EUR. Plus the base price of e.g. 120 EUR/year.
Legal Basis
§40 EnWG (Electricity labeling)