The Superintendence of Electricity has authorized a 6.4% increase in power rates this month. As reported in Listin Diario, this is the first of two hikes that will increase the rate by 12% by July. This means that as of June power will cost:
0-200 kilowatts from RD$3.12 to RD$3.32
201-300 kilowatts from RD$4.71 to RD$5.01
401-700 kilowatts from RD$7 to RD$7.45.
700 kilowatts+ RD$9.18.