Heating oil

In principle, mixing different types of heating oil is possible, but only under certain conditions and with appropriate caution. It largely depends on which heating oils are to be mixed, in what ratio, and which heating technology is being used.

In principle, mixing heating oil and diesel is possible and generally harmless for your heating system. Both products are chemically very similar, as heating oil and diesel are mineral oil products with comparable properties. The main difference lies primarily in their use and taxation: heating oil is dyed red to identify it as a heating fuel and to ensure it is not subject to motor fuel tax, whereas diesel is clear and used to operate vehicle engines.

Eco heating oil, also referred to in technical terms as low-sulfur eco heating oil, is the new standard replacing the former “extra light heating oil.” Eco heating oil contains up to 20 times less sulfur (maximum 0.005 percent) compared to extra light heating oil and a reduced proportion of nitrogen. As a result, virtually no sulfur dioxide or nitrogen oxides are released during combustion, making it significantly more environmentally friendly. In addition, eco heating oil leaves fewer residues in the boiler.

The cost of heating oil in Switzerland is not fixed but is influenced by various factors that determine the final price. Several elements play an important role in the heating oil price, depending both on market conditions and individual circumstances.

Annual heating oil consumption varies significantly and depends on many individual factors. For this reason, it is difficult to provide a general figure, as various aspects have a major influence on overall consumption.

The heating oil price depends on many factors that are constantly fluctuating, such as the crude oil price, US dollar exchange rate, Rhine freight rates, interest rates, trade agreements, supply & demand, and changes in taxes and duties. Due to the frequently tense political situation around the world, financial markets are often highly volatile. Any news within the industry or in politics can trigger speculation, causing markets to react very sensitively. Unfortunately, no one can predict which news events will occur, how the global situation will develop, or how markets will respond. No one can accurately forecast with 100 percent certainty how heating oil prices will evolve. You can find the development of heating oil prices in recent years here.