The federal government recently announced a program that offers a discount on Electricity bills Brazilians. The measure will apply to those who manage to reduce their electricity consumption, both at home and in small commercial establishments.
Due to the scarcity of water in the country’s main hydropower plants, a type 2 red flag has come into force, which requires the payment of an additional fee of R $ 14.20 per 100 kWh consumed. However, the invoice amount can now be reduced.
Electricity reduction program
The voluntary reduction in electricity consumption incentive program aims to reduce electricity bills. Thus, those who reduced their energy consumption between September and December 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 are entitled to a discount.
For this, the reduction must refer to a depreciation of 10 to 20% of the previous year. The procedure is already in force and is not mandatory. However, if you manage to stay between the two marks, you will receive a reward.
Please note that those interested in participating in the program do not need to register. The project is valid for residents of urban and rural areas, industries, businesses and businesses that receive electricity through the SIN (National Interconnected System).
As mentioned, the discount will be calculated based on its average consumption over the past four months. Thus, if a taxpayer saves less than 10%, he will not be covered, and the same goes for those who save more than 20%.
according to snake (National Electric Energy Agency), electricity distributors will have to inform customers of the reduction target, based on consumption from September to December 2020. In addition, the partial reduction calculations for each month must be disclosed. , “In a clear and objective manner”. .