Negative electricity prices – when electricity even becomes free

What are negative electricity prices?

Negative electricity prices occur when more electricity is produced than needed.
In such situations, the electricity price can fall below zero.

Why negative electricity prices occur

Negative electricity prices often occur when:

• a lot of wind power is generated

• a lot of solar power is produced

• electricity demand is low

How often negative electricity prices occur

With the expansion of renewable energies, negative electricity prices are occurring more frequently.
Especially in times with a lot of wind or sun.

How households can benefit

Households with flexible electricity consumption can use electricity particularly cheaply during these times.