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Electricity tariffs to rise sharply from September
The Energy Regulatory Commission announced a nearly fivefold increase in the fuel tariff, raising overall power tariffs from 3.95 baht per unit to between 4.20 and 4.73 baht per unit, effective September 1. Public hearings are open until July 20, with the final rate set by September. Expats should budget for higher electricity bills in the final four months of 2026.
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