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Energy and fuel

Petrol, diesel, electricity and where it pays to fill up between Italy and Switzerland.

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93 articles on energy and fuel, newest first.

• Energeticabiaglio 2026: energy festival in Castello Cabiaglio

  Castello Cabiaglio will host Energeticabiaglio, the Festival of shared and sustainable energy, on Sunday 18 October 2026.

• Swiss inflation: +1% in September driven by fuel

  Swiss inflation rises by 1% annually in September: fuels lead the way, with heating oil +65%, diesel +28,7% and petrol +19,9%.

• Fuel: Italy's cap makes filling up across the border worthwhile again

  Several companies in Italy are capping prices: the source indicates that filling up across the border is worthwhile again, while the Confederation remains inactive.

• Simulated aircraft accident at Agno Airport

  SIMEX 26 tested alarms, emergency response, communication and coordination between the airport and first-response organizations in Agno.

• Expensive fuel prices in Ticino: tax reduction request

  Motion filed in Bern to lighten the tax burden on gasoline, diesel and heating oil in the face of historic hikes.

• Gasoline in Switzerland: reserves open, effects on prices

  Mandatory open stocks for petrol and diesel. From 8 to 20 September 2026 withdrawal up to 30,000 m³. Low-level Cressier and Reno refinery shutdown.

• Ail Tariffs 2027: No Increase for Energy

  Ail electricity and gas rates will remain stable in 2027, thanks to the staggered purchasing strategy and investments in renewables.

• Diesel: 17 cents off until Wednesday, August 26th

  The Italian government extends the 17% discount on diesel excise duties until Wednesday 26 August. Average price: diesel €2.20/litre, petrol €2.08/litre.

• Petrol over €2, the Swiss full is no longer convenient

  Prices aligned between Lombardy and Ticino: petrol at €2.01 and diesel at €2.14. Excise discount expired on 26 August.

• Diesel Recharge in Switzerland: Costs for commuters

  Diesel over CHF 2.20 per litre for geopolitics and damaged refineries. Direct impact on the costs of commuting and food expenditure for Ticino border crossers.

• Fuels over 2 euros: the alarm for businesses and families

  The run of gasoline and diesel over the threshold of two euros per liter produces an effect that is transferred from the pump to the fields, farms and the entire agri-food chain.

• How dependent is Switzerland on fossil fuels?

  Switzerland imports all the fossil fuels it consumes. In 2025 it bought crude oil mainly from the United States, which with the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz became the first exporters in the world, and from Nigeria.

• Diesel excise: 232 million from ministries, MEF in the lead

  The MEF covers 125 million of the 17 cent cut on diesel (7-24 August). Here's how you split the funds and what changes for border workers.

• Competition Commission investigates expensive fuels in Ticino

  Councillor Benoît Gaillard raises suspicion of understandings on gasoline prices after Etzelpark's arrival in Bellinzona.

• Star fuel cost: petrol at €1.97 and diesel at €2.18

  The average fuel prices reported by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy show increases along the road and motorway network.

• Switzerland and Fossils: How Much Energy Dependence Weighs

  Analysis of Switzerland's dependence on fossil fuels: 58% of the final energy consumed comes from oil and gas. What it means for the economy.

• Municipality and Businesses: Getting to Know Each Other

  Vezia Municipality hosts an event to strengthen dialogue with local businesses.

• Why cross-border workers pay more for fuel in Ticino

  Fuel prices in Ticino remain high, with differences of over 20 cents per litre between different areas. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Dissatisfaction among Lugano Airport employees

  Anonymous letter to Lugano Municipality highlights tensions between staff and director Christian Castelli.

• Iran internet blackout hits 70-day mark

  Iran's internet blackout has reached its 70th day, one of the longest national blocks ever recorded.

• Switzerland at risk of blackout: what changes for cross-border workers

  Switzerland faces electricity shortages in 2026. Here are the implications for those working in Ticino and living in Italy.

• Swiss: Q1 profits up but fuel costs loom

  Swiss airline closes Q1 with rising profits, but fuel costs could erode gains.

• One in three Ticinese refuels in Italy

  The rise in fuel prices in Italy is pushing cross-border workers to refuel in Ticino. Here's what changes.

• Fuel in Ticino: no shortage, but high prices

  There is currently no fuel shortage in Ticino, but prices remain high. The future depends on the development of the war and European energy flows.