Grid Fee Increase 2026: Power Tariffs, Prices, and How to Lower Your Cost

During 2024–2026, a majority of Sweden's power grid companies have introduced or raised their power tariffs (effekttariffer). This implies a fundamental change in how your grid fee is calculated — and can cost you thousands of extra SEK per year if you do not adapt.

What is a power tariff?

Traditionally, you pay the grid fee based on the energy consumed (öre per kWh). With a power tariff, you instead pay for your highest power peak during the month, measured in kilowatts (kW).

The grid company measures your peak power as the average of the three hours in the month you consume the most, and charges for this. The purpose is to flatten the load on the local electricity grid.

Concrete Prices — How much does the power tariff cost?

The price varies greatly between grid companies, but a typical example:

Calculation example — villa in Stockholm with Ellevio:

• Peak power on a winter morning: 12 kW (oven + washing machine + EV charging)
• Power fee: 12 × 57 = 684 SEK/month extra
• Compared to spreading the consumption to 6 kW: 6 × 57 = 342 SEK/month → savings of 342 SEK/month = 4,104 SEK/year

The 5 Best Ways to Lower the Power Tariff

1. Load Balancing on the EV Charger

An EV charger with dynamic load balancing (Zaptec, Easee, Garo Entity Compact) measures the house's total consumption and automatically reduces the charging power when you cook or do laundry. The result: your peak power drops significantly.

2. Home Battery Cuts the Peaks

A home battery (e.g., BYD HVS, Huawei LUNA) can charge during the night and deliver electricity during the power peaks in the morning and evening. Savings on the power fee: 30–60%.

3. Smart Scheduling

Avoid running the oven + washing machine + dishwasher + EV charger exactly at the same time. With a smart charger and smart home appliances (Plejd, Wiser), you can set time locks so they do not start in parallel.

4. Power Monitor — Automatic Circuit Breaker

An electrician can install a power monitor (effektvakt) that automatically limits your house to, for example, a maximum of 10 kW. If the limit is exceeded, the charger's power is reduced, or the lowest-priority outlet is disconnected.

5. Review Your Heating

Heat pumps with a "Smart Grid Ready" function can be programmed not to start during power peaks between 07:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00, but instead preheat the house at night.

Frequently Asked Questions about Power Tariffs

Which grid companies have a power tariff in Stockholm? Ellevio (the dominant grid company in Stockholm) introduced a power tariff for villa customers starting in 2024. Vattenfall Eldistribution and E.ON Elnät have similar models in their respective areas.

Does the power tariff apply to everyone? Most power tariffs are initially aimed at customers with a main fuse size of 20A or more. Check your grid contract.

How do I see my peak power? In Ellevio's customer portal, you can see your hourly consumption. Identify the three hours with the highest power — that is your fee-based peak.

Do you want to install load balancing or a power monitor?

We size and install load balancing systems, smart EV chargers, and power monitors in Greater Stockholm. The investment typically pays for itself in 1–2 years through lowered grid fees. Contact us for a free review.