Drinking water prices are falling in Königs Wusterhausen: savings of 30 euros per year!

Drinking water prices are falling in Königs Wusterhausen: savings of 30 euros per year!

In Königs Wusterhausen you can breathe a sigh of relief from January 1, 2026, because the price of drinking water will drop significantly. The Märkische wastewater and water purpose association (MAWV) has decided to reduce the price from 2.05 euros to 1.73 euros per cubic meter. This price reduction of 32 cents per cubic meter corresponds to around 15 percent. For an average two-person household that uses around 90 cubic meters of water annually, this adds up to a saving of around 30 euros per year. moz.de reports that ...

The official confirmation of this decision will take place on December 4, 2025 during the next association meeting. This reduction is made possible primarily by the reduced energy costs. The MAWV, known for not making any profits, has an obligation to return any excess costs incurred to customers.

Impact on communities

The MAWV supplies a variety of communities, including Königs Wusterhausen, Schönefeld and Zossen. According to the forecast, in 2026 over 9 million euros in costs will have to be covered by the fees. The association plans to pump an estimated 6,191,800 cubic meters of water. Investments in water management systems and networks amount to an impressive 14.2 million euros, of which around 7.03 million euros will flow into the drinking water sector. wasserzeitung.info adds that...

The upcoming association meeting will also address a topic of central importance: the adjustment of fees for mobile waste disposal in Rietzneuendorf. In this context, a stable fee structure is proposed for the coming year, which should be well received by residents.

A new wind in the association

It is also worth mentioning that the new head of the association, Susanne Bley, will take office on February 1, 2025. She was unanimously elected at the last association meeting on October 17, 2024. This could bring a new direction in the MAWV and possibly also positive developments for fee policy.

The drinking water supply in Germany is one of the safest in the world. According to the Federal Environment Ministry, a reliable supply is essential. The current developments in the MAWV are therefore not only important for the financial aspects of households, but also for ensuring a high-quality water supply in the communities.

So it remains to be seen what other positive changes the new association leader will bring about in the MAWV. One thing is certain: the citizens of Königs Wusterhausen have every reason to be happy if the price of water falls for them from 2026. It is clear here that the decision-makers had a good hand and responded to the needs of the population.