PUCSL: Future Power Tariffs to Exclude Coal-Related Extra Costs

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL)'s decision to exclude additional costs arising from coal quality issues from future electricity tariffs was made in response to a recent request by the National System Control Private Company. This company had sought an increase of approximately 15% in electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026. The PUCSL had previously approved a 10% tariff revision for the same second quarter of 2026.

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has unanimously decided that additional costs arising from coal quality issues and procurement process weaknesses will not be passed on to electricity consumers in future tariff revisions. The Commission emphasized that only reasonable costs for power generation, transmission, and distribution will be considered. It was also highlighted that PUCSL had previously excluded such additional coal-related expenses in past tariff revisions, indicating a consistent policy. A senior official stated that losses due to substandard coal should be borne by the supplier and responsible parties, not the public.