【Survey of 1,000 people】Electricity and gas subsidies end in March. 80% concerned about rising electricity prices.
A survey of 1,000 people nationwide revealed that 80% are concerned about rising electricity prices following the end of electricity and gas subsidies in March 2024, with many worrying about the impact on household budgets.
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Digital Innovations Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Taro Tanaka) conducted a survey on awareness regarding the electricity and gas bill subsidy system, which ended at the end of March 2024, targeting 1,000 people nationwide.
The results of this survey revealed that 80% (80.0%) of respondents answered that they are "concerned about rising electricity prices," indicating worries about the impact on household finances. In particular, many voices of anxiety were heard from child-rearing households and elderly households, and concerns about the increase in daily necessities are growing.
Survey Outline:
- Survey Period: April 1 to April 5, 2024
- Target Audience: 1,000 men and women aged 20s to 70s nationwide
- Survey Method: Internet survey
Main Survey Results:
1. Regarding the impact of the end of electricity and gas subsidies on electricity bills, 80.0% of respondents answered "very concerned" or "somewhat concerned."
2. Specific concerns included "needing to cut down on food and daily necessities expenses" (55.2%), "refraining from going out" (40.1%), and "refraining from using air conditioners, etc." (38.5%).
3. As for future measures, "working on power/gas saving" was the most common (72.5%), followed by "considering switching to a cheaper power company" (35.9%) and "collecting information" (28.3%).
Our company, with the mission of "enriching everyone through digital marketing," operates web media and provides user acquisition support services. In response to the results of this survey, we plan to expand content that provides useful information on power saving and cost reduction, and supports the review of lifelines for consumers struggling with soaring utility costs.
We will continue to solve social issues digitally and disseminate information to enrich people's lives.
The results of this survey revealed that 80% (80.0%) of respondents answered that they are "concerned about rising electricity prices," indicating worries about the impact on household finances. In particular, many voices of anxiety were heard from child-rearing households and elderly households, and concerns about the increase in daily necessities are growing.
Survey Outline:
- Survey Period: April 1 to April 5, 2024
- Target Audience: 1,000 men and women aged 20s to 70s nationwide
- Survey Method: Internet survey
Main Survey Results:
1. Regarding the impact of the end of electricity and gas subsidies on electricity bills, 80.0% of respondents answered "very concerned" or "somewhat concerned."
2. Specific concerns included "needing to cut down on food and daily necessities expenses" (55.2%), "refraining from going out" (40.1%), and "refraining from using air conditioners, etc." (38.5%).
3. As for future measures, "working on power/gas saving" was the most common (72.5%), followed by "considering switching to a cheaper power company" (35.9%) and "collecting information" (28.3%).
Our company, with the mission of "enriching everyone through digital marketing," operates web media and provides user acquisition support services. In response to the results of this survey, we plan to expand content that provides useful information on power saving and cost reduction, and supports the review of lifelines for consumers struggling with soaring utility costs.
We will continue to solve social issues digitally and disseminate information to enrich people's lives.