consumer news•Sat, September 12, 2026•4 min read

Energia Announces Gas and Electricity Price Hikes: What You Need to Know

Energia has confirmed a price increase for gas and electricity services affecting nearly 300,000 Irish customers. The new rates take effect on October 12, with gas customers facing a significant jump of over 9%.

A Major Change for Energia Customers

Energy costs are once again shifting for Irish households. Energia has officially announced an upcoming increase to its gas and electricity prices, a move that will impact nearly 300,000 customers across the country. The changes are scheduled to take effect on October 12, 2026.

For those impacted, the company has confirmed that billing cycles will be split to account for the rate adjustment. This means your next statement will reflect the pricing change based on your usage before and after the October 12 transition date.

Rising energy costs continue to put pressure on household budgets.

Breaking Down the Impact

While electricity customers will see changes, the impact on gas bills is set to be more pronounced. Reports indicate that gas customers will experience an increase of 9.38%. This adjustment follows a period of volatile global energy markets, where external factors often dictate local consumer rates.

Practical Steps to Manage Energy Costs

With utility prices rising, many households are looking for ways to mitigate the impact on their monthly budgets. Experts suggest several proactive measures to optimize energy consumption:

Shift high-energy activities like laundry or dishwashing to off-peak hours if your provider offers a Time-of-Use rate.
Unplug 'vampire' electronics or use switched power strips to stop standby power consumption, which can account for 5% to 10% of residential energy use.
Maintain household appliances by changing air filters every 60 to 90 days to ensure efficiency.
Use cold water for laundry loads whenever possible to reduce the energy needed for heating.

Implementing just a couple of these tips could potentially save you hundreds every year.
— Energy Efficiency Experts

Key Takeaways

Energia is raising gas and electricity prices effective October 12, 2026.
Nearly 300,000 customers are expected to be affected by the rate change.
Gas customers will face a 9.38% price increase.
Bills will be pro-rated to reflect usage before and after the change date.
Small behavioral changes, like using power strips and shifting to off-peak usage, can help offset cost increases.

FAQ

When do the new Energia prices take effect?

The new prices will come into effect starting October 12, 2026.

How will my bill be calculated during this change?

Energia will split your billing cycle, charging you at the old rate for usage prior to October 12 and the new rate for usage after that date.

Which service is seeing the largest price increase?

Gas customers are seeing a larger increase, with rates rising by 9.38%.

How many customers are affected?

The price hike affects nearly 300,000 Energia customers.

What is 'vampire' energy and how can I stop it?

Vampire energy refers to power used by devices while in standby mode. You can stop it by unplugging unused electronics or using power strips that can be completely switched off.