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A private operator raised electricity tariffs on the island of Utila by as much as 35% unilaterally, prompting the national power workers' union to call for the energy regulator to intervene and review the company's operating costs.

The electricity regulator CREE will hold a public hearing on September 22 for Utila Power Company users to review and comment on a proposed new interim rate structure for the island's isolated power system.

Honduras's electricity regulator has ordered Roatán Electric Company to halt charges to 114 customers and correct June billing errors, while allowing other affected users up to five months to pay without penalties.

Honduras's electricity regulator (CREE) found billing errors affecting 114 customers of Roatán Electric Company on Roatán and José Santos Guardiola islands and has suspended those charges pending corrected invoices.

A commission from Honduras's electricity regulator (CREE) arrived on Roatán to meet with the local utility and residents over recent tariff increases that have sparked complaints from families and businesses across the island.

Roatán Electric Company (RECO) is correcting electricity bills for December 2025 through May 2026 following rate adjustments ordered by the electrical regulator; some customers will receive credits or debits depending on the difference between original and corrected amounts.