How Spanish electricity prices work — PVPC explained
Spain's regulated electricity tariff (PVPC) changes every hour. Here's what it covers, how it's calculated, and why it matters for your bill.
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Simple guides to understand Spain's electricity prices and lower your bill.
Best hours to run appliances in Spain — daily timing guide
A washing machine at 19:00 can cost 3× the same load at 04:00. Here's when to run each appliance and how much you save by getting the timing right.
Reading your Spanish electricity bill — a line-by-line guide
Your bill has 7 lines but you only control 2 of them. Walk through them with a worked example, plus the jargon (CUPS, NIE, potencia) decoded.
Time-of-use tariffs (2.0TD) in Spain — is it worth switching?
Since 2021 every Spanish home has been on 2.0TD with three pricing tiers. When optimizing pays off, when it's just noise, and how to verify if you're winning.
Switching electricity providers in Spain — an expat-friendly guide
How to compare Spanish electricity suppliers, what documents you need, which ones speak English, and the 21-day switch process explained.
Energy-saving tips for Spanish homes — winter & summer
Spanish homes are cold in winter and hot in summer thanks to thin walls. Practical tips for both seasons, with savings in euros, not slogans.
How inflation affects Spanish electricity prices
From 0.05 €/kWh in 2020 to 0.30 €/kWh in 2022. What happened, what changed, and what to expect through 2027.
When are electricity prices cheapest in Spain? — seasonal patterns
Cheapest hour shifts from pre-dawn in winter to midday in summer. Here's the full seasonal map and how to schedule your appliances accordingly.