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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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74 articles on energy and fuel, newest first.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

• 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.

• Petrol exceeds 1.9 euros per litre: first time in two years

  Petrol price hits 1.926 euros per litre in self-service mode, while diesel slightly decreases.

• Switzerland fuel: critical jet fuel stocks

  Switzerland's jet fuel reserves only cover 72 days, against the expected 90. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Fuel risk in Switzerland: crossing the border may not be enough

  Switzerland could face a fuel shortage. Florence Schurch of Suissenégoce warns of a high risk and possible repercussions for cross-border workers

• Lugano Airport: 4 million in unauthorized expenses

  Municipality questioned: 2.7 million for fuel, VAT not included. Strategy and timelines still unclear

• Stricter fuel checks in Como province

  The Guardia di Finanza in Como has intensified checks on fuel distributors, issuing four fines for price irregularities.

• Four gas stations in trouble: displayed prices different from actual ones

  The Guardia di Finanza of Como discovered irregularities in four fuel distributors in Ticino. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Finance Police: fuel checks in Como

  Four distributors fined for gasoline price violations. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Fuel price hike: Varesi petrol stations face tax and uncertainty

  After the 1st May bank holiday, fuel distributors in the province of Varese found themselves out of stock. Here's how taxes are complicating life for managers

• New fuel excise duties: price changes in Ticino

  As of May 2, 2026, excise duties on gasoline and LPG have increased, while diesel has slightly decreased. Here's how fuel costs change for cross-border workers