{"id":27330,"date":"2026-04-02T17:26:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:26:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/?p=27330"},"modified":"2026-04-02T17:26:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:26:41","slug":"tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/","title":{"rendered":"TNB: Higher Electricity Tariffs Set for April 2026 Onwards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Malaysian homeowners can realistically save 30\u201350% during this energy crisis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TNB is already saying, get ready for <a href=\"https:\/\/theedgemalaysia.com\/node\/798161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">higher electricity prices<\/a>. Our PMX has sounded the alarm: an energy crunch will be coming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that it is possible for you to lower your bill today. Because you\u2019re probably already <strong>overpaying 20%\u201350% on your electricity bill anyway<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not because TNB is charging you more. Not because your house is too big.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But because of <strong>small, invisible habits quietly draining money every single day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where\u2019s the money leakage?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ac5bc614b4f7\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#The_Aircon_Trap\" >The Aircon Trap&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#Lighting_Easiest_Thing_to_Fix\" >Lighting: Easiest Thing to Fix<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#The_Invisible_Money_Waster_Standby_Power\" >The Invisible Money Waster: Standby Power<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#Hot_Water_Dont_Burn_a_Hole_In_Your_Pocket\" >Hot Water: Don\u2019t Burn a Hole In Your Pocket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#Your_Fridge_Sejuk_Tapi_Mahal\" >Your Fridge: Sejuk Tapi Mahal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#Cooling_Loss_When_Your_Money_Literally_Escapes\" >Cooling Loss: When Your Money Literally Escapes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#Old_Appliances_The_Hidden_Dinosaurs\" >Old Appliances: The Hidden Dinosaurs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#So%E2%80%A6_How_Much_Can_You_REALLY_Save\" >So\u2026 How Much Can You REALLY Save?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/tnb-higher-electricity-tariffs-set-for-april-2026-onwards\/#Dont_Need_to_Spend_Money_to_Save_Money\" >Don\u2019t Need to Spend Money to Save Money:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Baseline_What_a_Typical_Malaysian_Household_Spends\"><\/span><strong>The Baseline: What a Typical Malaysian Household Spends<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical urban household in Malaysia spends roughly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>RM150 \u2013 RM300\/month<\/strong> on electricity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let\u2019s use a <strong>middle case: RM200\/month<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now here\u2019s how that RM200 is usually distributed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>% of Bill<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Monthly Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Air conditioning<\/td><td>40\u201360%<\/td><td>RM80\u2013RM120<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water heating<\/td><td>10\u201315%<\/td><td>RM20\u2013RM30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fridge<\/td><td>10\u201315%<\/td><td>RM20\u2013RM30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lighting<\/td><td>10\u201315%<\/td><td>RM20\u2013RM30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Appliances + standby<\/td><td>10\u201320%<\/td><td>RM20\u2013RM40<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So it\u2019s not one big thing, but many many small thingies.\u00a0Such as&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Aircon_Trap\"><\/span><strong>The Aircon Trap&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Malaysia\u2019s heat, air conditioning isn\u2019t a luxury. It\u2019s basic survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But it\u2019s also your <strong>single biggest energy expense<\/strong>, often making up <strong>half your bill<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the common mistakes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u274c Setting aircon too low<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dropping from <strong>24\u00b0C \u2192 22\u00b0C increases energy use by ~12\u201320%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many homes run at 20\u201322\u00b0C unnecessarily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u274c Poor maintenance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dirty filters reduce efficiency by <strong>5\u201315%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gas imbalance or clogged coils make it worse over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u274c No airflow support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Without fans, people lower temperature instead of improving circulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How ah?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/best-aircon-temperature-for-sleeping-malaysia\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"27308\">aircon to <strong>24\u201326\u00b0C<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>fan + aircon together<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean filters monthly, service regularly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Real savings: RM20\u2013RM60\/month. <\/strong>That\u2019s <strong>10\u201330% off your total bill<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"688\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/w_Tl7CAoi6vi8cxKbI7uW_ZeLcd0DK.jpg\" alt=\"Set your aircon temperature higher to save energy\" class=\"wp-image-27335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/w_Tl7CAoi6vi8cxKbI7uW_ZeLcd0DK.jpg 688w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/w_Tl7CAoi6vi8cxKbI7uW_ZeLcd0DK-538x300.jpg 538w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/w_Tl7CAoi6vi8cxKbI7uW_ZeLcd0DK-218x122.jpg 218w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 688px) 100vw, 688px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Set your aircon temperature higher to save energy<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lighting_Easiest_Thing_to_Fix\"><\/span><strong>Lighting: Easiest Thing to Fix<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lighting feels harmless\u2026 but inefficient bulbs are silent energy burners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional bulbs waste <strong>75\u201380% of energy as heat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LEDs use <strong>up to 80% less electricity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If lighting makes up RM20\u2013RM30 of your bill:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can save <strong>RM10\u2013RM25\/month instantly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s <strong>5\u201310% total savings, <\/strong>with almost zero lifestyle change. But need to spend a bit to replace the bulbs la. That one can go to your Mr DIY to buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Invisible_Money_Waster_Standby_Power\"><\/span><strong>The Invisible Money Waster: Standby Power<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even when \u201coff\u201d, devices like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TVs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Routers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chargers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Astro boxes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2026are still consuming electricity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is called <strong>phantom load<\/strong>, and it accounts for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<strong>5\u201310% of your electricity bill<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a RM200 bill: That\u2019s <strong>RM10\u2013RM20\/month wasted doing absolutely nothing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to fix?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>power strips with switches<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn off clusters of devices at once<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also safer, no risk of electricity fires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hot_Water_Dont_Burn_a_Hole_In_Your_Pocket\"><\/span><strong>Hot Water: Don\u2019t Burn a Hole In Your Pocket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water heaters quietly consume a lot of power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They typically make up <strong>10\u201315% of your bill<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long hot showers multiply usage quickly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Try to do this?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduce shower time slightly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn off heater when not in use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upgrade to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/instant-water-heater-malaysia-essential-buying-guide\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"22468\">efficient instant heaters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Savings: <strong>RM8\u2013RM20\/month<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Around <strong>4\u201310% total reduction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Fridge_Sejuk_Tapi_Mahal\"><\/span><strong>Your Fridge: Sejuk Tapi Mahal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your fridge never sleeps. It runs <strong>365 days a year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But most people unknowingly make it work harder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overloading blocks airflow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opening too frequently<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dusty coils reduce efficiency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to save money?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep temperature optimal (~4\u00b0C \/ -18\u00b0C)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow airflow between items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean coils periodically<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 Savings: <strong>RM5\u2013RM15\/month<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> \ud83d\udc49 Around <strong>2\u20137% total savings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cooling_Loss_When_Your_Money_Literally_Escapes\"><\/span><strong>Cooling Loss: When Your Money Literally Escapes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s something most homeowners overlook:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Your aircon might be working hard\u2026 but your house is leaking cool air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common culprits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Poor window sealing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thin curtains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat entering through glass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How ah?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install <strong>blackout curtains or window film<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seal door\/window gaps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce heat entering the home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This reduces aircon workload by <strong>10\u201330%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Savings: <strong>RM10\u2013RM40\/month<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> About <strong>5\u201315% total savings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Old_Appliances_The_Hidden_Dinosaurs\"><\/span><strong>Old Appliances: The Hidden Dinosaurs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You think you\u2019re saving money but not replacing that 1980s aircon, but thennnnnnnnn<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New inverter models use <strong>20\u201340% less electricity<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Especially impactful for:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Air conditioners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fridges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Washing machines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Potential savings: <strong>RM20\u2013RM80\/month<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Up to <strong>10\u201330% reduction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So%E2%80%A6_How_Much_Can_You_REALLY_Save\"><\/span>So\u2026 How Much Can You REALLY Save?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s add it up realistically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If you make a few simple changes:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Aircon optimisation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Switch off standby<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minor habit tweaks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Savings: RM60\u2013RM80\/month<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Up to <strong>~30% reduction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If you optimise properly:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lighting upgrade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better cooling control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Efficient appliances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Savings: RM80\u2013RM120\/month<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> <strong>40\u201350% reduction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Need_to_Spend_Money_to_Save_Money\"><\/span><strong>Don\u2019t Need to Spend Money to Save Money:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Solar panels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expensive renovations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Massive lifestyle changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You just need to fix <strong>small inefficiencies that compound daily<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How Malaysian homeowners can realistically save 30\u201350% during this energy crisis TNB is already saying, get ready for higher electricity prices. 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