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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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80 articles on energy and fuel, newest first.

• Protest in Vezia: 'Oil Kills'

  Act Now activists paint a canvas in front of the Eni station in Vezia to raise awareness about the environmental and health impacts of fossil fuels

• Lugano Airport: rising costs, 25 questions to the Municipality

  Councillors Sara Beretta-Piccoli and Carola Barchi ask for clarifications on the costs and management of Lugano-Agno Airport

• Fuel prices rise: petrol nears 1.9 euros per litre

  Petrol and diesel prices increasing, self-service close to 1.9 euros per litre. Analysis on impact for Ticino cross-border workers.

• Municipality questioned over Lugano-Agno airport costs

  City councillors criticise financial management and delays in development plans for the Ticino airport

• Fuel duty cut extended: full diesel discount, reduced petrol

  The government extends the fuel duty cut, but with a distinction between diesel and petrol. Find out what changes and how it affects you.

• Fuel shortage in Switzerland: real risk for cross-border workers

  Florence Schurch of Suissenégoce raises the alarm: oil price at 150 dollars per barrel and risks for energy supply

• Fuel tax cut extended to May 22

  The Council of Ministers has extended the fuel tax cut until May 22, 2026. Here's what changes for cross-border workers

• High risk of fuel shortage in Switzerland

  Florence Schurch of Suissenégoce warns: strategic fuel reserves could run out soon, with serious consequences for Switzerland.

• High risk of fuel shortage in Switzerland: here's why

  Florence Schurch, Secretary General of Suissenégoce, warns of a high risk of fuel shortage in Switzerland. Here are the details.

• Energy: the billion-dollar Middle East conflict bill

  Diesel prices exceed 2 francs per litre in Switzerland due to the Middle East conflict, adding extra costs for families and businesses

• Fuel tax cut extended: diesel 24.4c, petrol 6c discount

  The Italian government has extended the reduction of fuel excise duties for three weeks, with a differentiated discount for petrol and diesel.

• War in Iran: pressure on Swiss food industry

  From fertilizers to glass, the conflict in the Persian Gulf hits key sectors. Here are the effects in Switzerland and future prospects.

• Air France to spend };.4 billion more on fuel in 2026

  Air France will spend $9.3 billion on fuel in 2026, a };.4 billion increase from 2025.

• Swiss fuel prices hit annual high: +13% in 3 months

  Fuel prices in Switzerland have reached an annual high of 1.90 CHF per litre. Diesel is at 2.17 CHF per litre.

• Swiss fuel reserves secured until May 2026

  Swiss fuel stocks are exclusively for national needs. We explore the current situation and implications for cross-border workers.

• Von der Leyen: Iran war costs EU 500 million daily for energy

  The European Commission president warns that the Middle East conflict is causing severe economic repercussions.

• Secure energy supply in Switzerland

  The attack on Iran and the retaliation have increased the prices of petrol and diesel in Switzerland too, but the supply is secure.

• Energy tax cut: extension coming, Meloni urges EU courage

  The Italian government is working on a shorter extension for the energy tax cut. Meloni calls for courage from Europe to tackle the energy crisis.

• Middle East conflict: energy bill for Switzerland and Italy

  The conflict in the Middle East is driving up fuel prices, with additional costs of nearly 5 billion for Switzerland and 15 for Italy.

• Varese energy costs hit businesses, cross-border workers

  A small metalworking company pays 30% more for electricity than the European average. Analysis of the economic impacts.

• Fuel prices threaten public transport in Ticino

  High fuel prices are threatening local public transport, with additional costs estimated at 0.54 million euros per day for diesel.

• New Energy Management Experts in Varese: Excellence and Competence

  The Order of Industrial Experts of Varese certifies new EGE, energy management experts, ready to lead the energy transition.

• Switzerland's Energy Credit: What Changes for Cross-Border Workers

  As of April 27, 2026, Switzerland will rely on imports for 68% of its energy needs. Here's what this means for cross-border workers.

• Switzerland without energy independence: from today it depends on imports

  From April 27, 2026, Switzerland is no longer energy self-sufficient. Here's what changes for cross-border workers and the Canton of Ticino.