Electricity prices in Estonia

Estonia long relied on domestically mined oil shale for most of its electricity, but that share has fallen sharply as wind, solar and imports over the links to Finland and Latvia have grown. The country is part of the Nord Pool exchange, and contracts that follow the hourly exchange price are widespread among households alongside fixed-price offers.

The retail market is liberalised, with Eesti Energia the largest supplier and a universal service option available for those who prefer not to choose. Bills are issued in euro and show the energy price, the network fee charged by the local distribution operator, excise duty and a renewable energy charge separately. District heating serves most apartment buildings, while houses often use heat pumps, wood or electric heating.