Berlin Court Rules Gasag’s Higher Pricing for New Customers Unlawful

The decision rejects Gasag's justification of increased procurement costs during the energy crisis, opening the door for potential refunds to affected customers.

The Berlin Kammergericht ruled that Gasag’s practice of charging higher gas prices to new customers during the energy crisis was unlawful.
The court rejected Gasag’s argument that increased procurement costs justified the price disparity between new and existing customers.
Gasag implemented the split tariff system in December 2021, charging new customers over 18 cents per kilowatt-hour while existing customers paid 6.68 cents.
The system, which disproportionately impacted low-income households, was discontinued in May 2022, reverting to uniform pricing.
The ruling is not yet legally binding, as Gasag retains the option to appeal to the Bundesgerichtshof; affected customers may claim refunds if the decision is upheld.