Heat pumps, electric cars expected to contribute little to power demand growth in Greece
Contrary to earlier estimates, heat pumps and electric cars are not expected to significantly raise electricity demand in Greece.
Small Greek investors in renewables face cancellations of projects on distribution level
HEDNO stopped accepting applications for renewables in 2022 as the distribution network's couldn't integrate any more capacity
Central, Eastern Europe severely lagging in smart meters rollout
Smart meters are a vital part of the modern power grid, as they facilitate energy saving, demand response and numerous other applications
Greek power network operators report surge in investments in 2021
Investment in the Greek electricity network increased substantially in 2021 in order to help the country make its energy transition
Macquarie fund to buy 49% stake in Greece’s power distributor HEDNO
An investment firm controlled by Macquarie is a step away from buying 49% of HEDNO in Greece's biggest privatization deal so far.
Transform and innovate if you want to remain a player in energy sector
Innovations are becoming increasingly important in the energy sector, which, though a traditional and regulated one, today is at a huge turning point. Ultimately, if you want to remain a player in the energy sector, in the long run, it is essential to continue to transform and innovate, says Elena Boskov Kovacs.
Small solar power projects in Greece on hold due to grid overburden
Distribution system operator HEDNO can't connect household rooftop solar power systems anymore in some parts of Greece as the capacity reached its limits
First floating solar power plant project initiated in Greece
PPC Renewables plans to install floating solar power plants with 50 MW in total, starting with a project on one of the largest lakes in Greece