In terms of water tariffs, Chongqing adopts a stepped water pricing system for residential water consumption, whereby different prices are set according to different grades of water consumption. This system is designed to encourage residents to conserve water and avoid waste. Generally speaking, the price for basic domestic water consumption is relatively low, and the unit price gradually increases for water consumption beyond a certain range.
When it comes to electricity tariffs, Chongqing residents also have a stepped tariff system for electricity consumption. Again, this is to encourage residents to use electricity resources wisely and reduce unnecessary waste. Depending on the amount of electricity used, the tariffs will vary, with the more electricity used, the higher the unit price. In addition, there are different tariffs for special uses of electricity, such as industrial and commercial use.
When it comes to gas tariffs, Chongqing adopts a similar stepped charging method for residential gas consumption. The price of gas will vary according to the amount of gas used, in order to guide residents to economize on the use of gas resources. At the same time, gas prices will be regulated and supervised by the government in order to protect the basic needs of the public.
In summary:
Chongqing water, electricity and gas tariffs are based on a stepped charging system, which is aimed at encouraging the public to economize on the use of resources and reduce waste. The specific charges will vary according to different types of resources and the amount of usage. The formulation and implementation of these charges will help promote the rational use of resources and sustainable development.
Legal basis:
The Price Law of the People's Republic of China
Article 3 stipulates:
The State implements and gradually improves the mechanism of price formation mainly by the market under macroeconomic control. Prices shall be set in accordance with the law of value, with market-adjusted prices for most commodities and services and government-guided or government-priced prices for a very small number of commodities and services.
Market-adjusted prices, refers to prices set by the operators themselves, formed through market competition.
The operators referred to in this Law are legal persons, other organizations and individuals engaged in the production and operation of goods or the provision of paid services.
Government-guided price, refers to in accordance with the provisions of this Law, by the competent government department in charge of prices or other relevant departments, in accordance with the pricing authority and scope of the benchmark price and its range of fluctuation, to guide the operator to set the price.
Government pricing, means in accordance with the provisions of this Law, by the competent government department in charge of prices or other relevant departments, in accordance with the authority and scope of pricing prices.
Chongqing Pricing Catalog
It details the goods and services that the Chongqing government sets prices for or guides the price of, including some of the prices of utilities such as water, electricity and gas. These provisions provide a legal basis and guidance for the development of water, electricity and gas tariffs in Chongqing.