# Lithuanian electricity supply reforms for vulnerable users > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lithuanian-electricity-supply-reforms-for-vulnerable-users > Updated: 2026-08-10T06:29:39.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Lithuania is implementing changes to its electricity market to protect vulnerable consumers, including people with disabilities, seniors, and those receiving social assistance. Initially, the State Energy Regulatory Council (VERT) assured these users that the termination of independent-supplier contracts would not interrupt power delivery. These consumers were slated to be automatically switched to a public supply managed by Ignitis, which offers lower tariffs. During this period, wholesale prices saw a significant weekly drop of approximately 25%, while fixed-price plans remained relatively stable. By August 2026, the transition process evolved to include a ‘silent consent’ model. Under this system, if a public supply price is at least 1 ct/kWh lower than an independent provider, the provider must notify the consumer. If the consumer does not respond, they are automatically switched to the lower public supply rate. Eligible individuals may access a ‘Standard’ single-zone tariff of 20 ct/kWh, which is 4 ct/kWh lower than the standard public supply rate, potentially saving users between 3 and 9 euros per month. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-10: Lithuania to lower electricity rates for vulnerable consumers Over 285,000 vulnerable electricity consumers in Lithuania will benefit from lower public supply tariffs, with some saving significantly on monthly energy bills. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuania-to-lower-electricity-rates-for-vulnerable-consumers ### 2026-07-27: Lithuanian regulator assures vulnerable electricity users their supply will continue amid contract changes Lithuania's VERT says vulnerable electricity customers will keep supply after contract terminations, shifting to public provider Ignitis at lower tariffs, while fixed‑price plan rates see slight changes and a 1 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuanian-regulator-assures-vulnerable-electricity-users-their-supply-will-continue-amid-contract-c --- Cite as: Lithuanian electricity supply reforms for vulnerable users. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lithuanian-electricity-supply-reforms-for-vulnerable-users