Bad news for the household budget: your electricity bill is about to get heavier. The Energy Market Authority (EMA) has signalled that Singapore's regulated electricity tariff will rise "significantly" from July 2026 — and SP Group is expected to confirm the exact new rate in late June.
Here's what's actually confirmed, what's still guesswork, and — most usefully — what you can do about it.
> Quick take: The Jul–Sep 2026 tariff hasn't been officially announced yet. EMA says it'll rise "significantly"; analysts estimate 20–30%. The current Apr–Jun rate is 29.72 cents/kWh (incl GST). Confirm the final number on SP Group's site before you budget.
What's confirmed vs what's an estimate
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Current tariff (Apr–Jun 2026) | ✅ Confirmed: 29.72 cents/kWh incl GST (27.27 before GST), already +2.1% on the previous quarter |
| Tariff will rise "significantly" from July | ✅ Confirmed by EMA |
| The exact July–September rate | ❌ Not yet announced (expected late June from SP Group) |
| A 20–30% increase | ⚠️ Estimate only — from analysts incl. S&P Global and KPMG, not official |
Why it's happening
Singapore makes most of its electricity by burning natural gas, and imports roughly 95% of that fuel. The regulated tariff tracks fuel costs — and natural-gas prices spiked after the Middle East conflict escalated at the end of February 2026, straining global supply chains.
Because the tariff is set on a lag, SP Group already warned in its April revision that tariffs would "increase further" in later quarters as the full effect of higher gas prices feeds through. July is the quarter where that bites.
8 ways to soften the hit
- Compare an Open Electricity Market (OEM) fixed-price plan. Locking a rate can beat a rising regulated tariff — but check the per-kWh price, contract length and early-termination fees. Use EMA's official comparison tool.
- Tame the aircon — it's the single biggest draw. Set it to 25°C, run a fan alongside, and clean the filters monthly. Every degree lower can add noticeably to the bill.
- Buy appliances by the energy label. Choose 4–5 tick fridges, aircons and washers — they cost more upfront but cut running costs for years.
- Kill standby power. TVs, set-top boxes, chargers and consoles draw power on standby. Switch off at the wall or use a power strip.
- Switch to LED for any remaining halogen or incandescent bulbs.
- Run the washing machine on full loads and air-dry instead of using the dryer where you can.
- Check your U-Save rebates and CDC Vouchers. Eligible HDB households receive GST Voucher – U-Save rebates that directly offset utility bills; see our CDC Vouchers guide.
- Look into the Climate Friendly Households Programme. Eligible HDB households can claim vouchers for energy-efficient appliances and LED bulbs — check the official programme site for the current amounts.
The bottom line
A "significant" rise is coming, but the headline 20–30% figure is an estimate, not the official rate. Wait for SP Group's confirmed Jul–Sep number, then decide whether an OEM plan makes sense for you — and use the next few weeks to trim the consumption you can control.
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- [Best Singapore Promos & Deals This June 2026](/article/best-singapore-promos-deals-june-2026) — save on the rest of your spending
*Sources: Energy Market Authority (EMA) and SP Group tariff revisions/media releases; analyst estimates as reported by S&P Global and KPMG. The April–June 2026 tariff (29.72 cents/kWh incl GST) is confirmed; the July–September 2026 rate had not been officially published at the time of writing. Tariffs are set by SP Group/EMA and change quarterly — always confirm the current rate at spgroup.com.sg. This article is general information, not personalised financial advice. Cover image: stock photo (Pexels), illustrative.*
