Gas prices in Europe have reached unprecedented levels, as Russia is reducing gas supplies to Europe, and threatening to stop them completely.

To help shield consumers during the energy crisis, BEUC has published a three-point plan urging EU Member States to provide:

1. Financial relief to struggling households to help them pay their energy bills – either vouchers or social tariffs.
2. Financial support for consumers to buy energy efficient products and improvements that will reduce energy consumption – e.g. solar panels, heat pumps or home renovation.
3. Consumers with clear information about electricity and gas tariffs - Information given by energy suppliers should be standardised and include the full price, including all taxes and levies, and whether this price can change in the future.