Tariffs for heat and power will increase for 25 % in 2009

Tariff Committee confirmed new prices for heat and power. Marina Fairushina, Head of RT Tariff Committee told that republic authorities confirm tariffs according to Federal Tariff Service. In 2009 electricity will cost 2,03-2,07 RUR per 1 Kwt/h. Republic Committee confirmed 2,04 RUR per 1 Kwt/h (2008-1,63 RUR per 1 Kwt/h). Heat power produced by heat stations will cost 384 RUR per 1 Gcal. Retail price for gas will make 2,3 RUR per cubic metre, after July, 1 – 2,58 RUR.

RT Tariff Committee fixed limit index of possible service price changes for communal organizations in municipal districts.

Marina Fairushina underlined that the fixed prices will be valid through 2009 and may be changed only in case the republic budget is corrected. Moreover, final sums will be accounted in accordance with standards which are under the authority of municipal powers which may change the payments.