What are Greece's energy reforms?

Greece is currently implementing comprehensive energy sector reforms towards creating competitive energy markets. The reforms will reveal opportunities for investors and for the transformation of the energy system, thereby providing sustainable outcomes f

What is Greece doing to improve energy security?

As regards energy security, Greece targets the increased use of domestic sources, both renewable energy and fossil-fuels, and the reduction of import dependency, which is at very high levels. It has also set a target to connect 29 autonomous islands with the synchronised system of mainland Greece by 2030.

What will Greece's final energy plan look like?

The final plan would benefit from further detailing of the relevant policies and measures. As regards energy security, Greece targets the increased use of domestic sources, both renewable energy and fossil-fuels, and the reduction of import dependency, which is at very high levels.

What is Greece's energy policy?

Looking forward, Greece’s energy policy focuses on boosting the use of renewable energy, especially for electricity generation, in tandem with increasing the share of energy demand covered by electricity, especially for transport and heating and cooling.

Does Greece need a smart meter?

Greece’s target to shift from lignite towards renewable energy sources further propel such efforts. There is a lot of work to be done, given the lack of investment, which has led to a lack of smart meter penetration. Only 200,000 customers out of the 8 million being served by Greek grid operator HEDNO currently have smart meters.

How is Greece making progress on its energy transition?

Greece is making progress on its energy transition, including implementing reforms to standardise and simplify licensing procedures for renewable projects and investigating options for offshore wind.