Among the issues to be discussed include the methodology for adjusting rates and the modification of the Distribution Regulations in relation to service cuts due to debts.
The national government, within the framework of the rate review processcalled for a public hearing to determine the gas rate update system, specifically in the transportation and distribution sectors. This call was made official through resolution 16/2025 of the National Gas Regulatory Entity (ENARGAS), published in the Official Gazette.
Among the topics to be discussed include: the five-year review of gas transportation and distribution rates, the methodology for periodic adjustment of said rates and the modification of the Distribution Service Regulations in relation to service cuts due to non-payment. The hearing will be held virtually on February 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., from the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires.
What does the tariff review consist of?
The review includes the methodology for periodic rate adjustment, the modification of the Distribution Service Regulations to regulate cuts due to non-payment, and the review of rates for REDENGAS SA, a subdistributor in Paraná, Entre Ríos. Furthermore, it called a public hearing, to be held virtually on February 6, 2025, to address these points, promoting citizen participation and guaranteeing access through digital media.
The Government highlighted in the recital of the rule that ENARGAS launched a “tariff review process for the Licensees of Natural Gas Transportation and Gas Distribution through Networks.” Likewise, they stressed that “The participation of citizens and the companies that provide these services is an essential prior step for the adoption of public decisions, allowing to evaluate the presentations made in accordance with current regulations.”
Furthermore, it was specified that, together with the tariff review of transportation licensees and gas distribution, this analysis must also be carried out for REDENGAS SA, in line with previous similar processes.
Rates: when were the last gas increases
The last gas rate update was made in December, establishing new tariff tables. The monthly fixed charge for category R was set at $2,544.09 in the City of Buenos Aires and $2,938.02 in the province of Buenos Aires. In the case of category R2, the costs for the Federal Capital were established at $7,542.56 (1st), $9,149.45 (2nd) and $11,566.52 (3rd); while for the suburbs they were $6,824.67 (1st), $8,369.47 (2nd) and $10,368.69 (3rd).
In parallel, other services such as electricity, water and fuels also suffered tariff adjustments. In this context, the Minister of Economy, Luis Caputo, reported that “natural gas transportation and distribution rates should increase by 3%.” Likewise, he indicated that the Transportation System Entry Point (PIST) It will be determined by ENARGAS in accordance with the formula established in article 5 of resolution 41/2024.
Source: Ambito
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