January 3rd, 2014 (InsideCostaRica.com) The Regulatory Authority for Public Services (ARESEP) is expected to approve hikes in the prices of gasoline, diesel, and electricity in a hearing the first half of this month.
The expected price increases are ¢21 for super gasoline, ¢17 for ‘plus’ gasoline, and ¢20 for diesel, according to an ARESEP spokesperson.
Electricity rates are expected to increase by 5% compared to December.
Changes to potable water pricing are not expected for the next six months, according to ARESEP spokespeople.