Ljuspåslag

Ljuspåslag is a Swedish term used to denote an additional charge related to lighting, commonly appearing in pricing for electricity, municipal services, or building operations. The exact scope and calculation of a ljuspåslag varies by contract, regulation, and sector; it is not a universal feature of tariffs but rather a designation used by some providers to separate lighting-related costs from the base price.

In electricity tariffs, a ljuspåslag may be a temporary or time-based surcharge added to the energy rate to reflect higher demand during specific hours or to fund lighting infrastructure such as street lighting or public facilities. In property management or public-sector services, the term can appear as a line item on consumer bills to cover costs for lighting in common areas or after-hours operation. Depending on jurisdiction, the ljuspåslag may be disclosed as a separate item or included within the overall energy or service charge.

Because there is no standardized definition, consumers should examine tariff documentation to understand what is included, how the ljuspåslag is calculated, and when it applies. Debates around ljuspåslag often focus on price transparency and the complexity of tariff structures.

Etymology: from ljus (light) and påslag (surcharge/markup) in Swedish. See also tariff, surcharge, energy price components.