Category: Utilities

How much do Greek households pay for electricity and gas compared to neighbors like Italy, Bulgaria, Romania, and Serbia? Data-driven comparison.

Electricity tariffs held steady in February. See the full list of residential rates—from €0.139 to €0.252 per kWh—and supplier updates.

Professional electricity tariffs in January range from 15.8 to 21.9 cents per kWh. See the full breakdown by provider.

DEDDHE enhances workforce and digital services in Thessaloniki to meet rising demand for new electricity connections.

Greece sees record natural gas use for power generation in 2025, with LNG leading imports despite a recent rise in Russian gas flows.

According to data released by the National Regulatory Authority for Energy (RAE), Greece currently holds the seventh highest wholesale electricity price across the European Union. The average wholesale electricity price in the country so far this year stands at €104 per MWh. Countries ahead of Greece include Bulgaria, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Malta, and Romania, with…

The latest data regarding the ‘Photovoltaics in the Field’ program were included by the Greek Energy Saving Fund (DEDDHE) in a document submitted to Parliament, in response to a question from SYRIZA. Specifically, DEDDHE stated that a total of 5,345 applications were submitted under this photovoltaic program, with a total requested funding of 54.7 million…

A significant discrepancy has emerged between the actual cost of network connections and the contributions paid by consumers, prompting DEDYEE (Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator) to propose a revision. Specifically, DEDYEE has recommended to the Regulatory Authority for Energy (RAAEY) that connection fees for Low and Medium Voltage be updated to reflect current realities. In…

The Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy has approved the environmental terms for one of DEH’s major pumped storage projects in the region. Specifically, the ministry has granted permission for the installation of a pumped storage unit at DEH’s South Field Mine within the Lignite Center of Western Macedonia, located in Kozani. The project will…

The electricity rates for July were announced late Wednesday evening (01/07/2025) by DEH and other energy providers. Below is a detailed breakdown of the tariffs set by DEH and other suppliers: For the fixed “blue” tariff, DEH myHome EnterTwo, the rate is €0.095/kWh during off-peak hours and €0.145/kWh during regular hours for 24 months. In…

The union representing car repair shop owners has announced two protest rallies demanding the withdrawal of the Digital Customer Log on Friday, June 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM. The decision was made by the Administrative Council of the Unified Federation of Artisans and Car Repairers (ΟΒΕΑΜΜΕ). The protests will take place in Athens outside the…

Rising electricity prices are signaling a challenging July and August, especially in the Middle East, despite a temporary lull in tensions between Israel and Iran. The mere possibility of the Hormuz Strait being closed has significantly increased prices from €34 to €41/MWh, affecting natural gas prices as well. This surge is accompanied by intense speculative…

The Ministry of Environment and Energy announced on Monday (June 23, 2025) an extension of the completion deadline for interventions under the ‘Save – Venture’ program and the ‘Save – Renovate for Newcomers’ program to ensure smooth project implementation. The new completion date for both programs is set for December 31, 2025. This extension aims…

The Ministry of Environment and Energy announced on Monday (June 23, 2025), an extension of the deadline for completing interventions under both the ‘Save-Earn’ program and the ‘Save-Renew for Newcomers’ program to ensure smooth project implementation. The new deadline for the completion of these interventions is set for December 31, 2025. This extension aims to…

Factors beyond the control of the distributor are responsible for the rise in electricity theft over recent years, according to the distributor, who denies responsibility for recovering the ‘lost’ funds from consumers. This statement is included in the draft proposal for required revenue that the energy regulatory authority must approve for the years 2025-2028 after…

The meteorological forecasts are extremely ominous this year, as experts anticipate very hot conditions across Europe, particularly in the south and east. As noted by Atmospheric G2 meteorologist Tony Croford in a Montel report, “We expect another unusually hot summer, especially in southern and eastern Europe. Long-term predictions show the most impressive intensity and extent…

A pivotal initiative for the sustainable development of Greek livestock farming and equitable distribution of subsidies through OPKEPE is being implemented under the leadership of Deputy Minister Kostas Tsiafas. The decision involves assigning the competitive process for drafting Grazing Management Plans to all administrative regions to the ‘Information Society Single-Person AE’. The project will be…

The issues faced by the Payments Organization (OPEKEPE) are attributed to three main points, as highlighted by the Minister of Rural Development and Food, Mr. Tsiaras, during an informal briefing for accredited journalists. “The Payments Organization lacked an IT system, did not have grazing maps, which was a national obligation, and operated understaffed for many…

Launched today, Tuesday, June 3, 2025, the new digital platform stegasi.gov.gr consolidates—for the first time—all state housing programs. Minister of Social Cohesion and Family Domena Michailidou presented the initiative to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis earlier in the day. A press conference followed at an ESHEA venue, with the presence of General Secretary for Demographic and…

Payments for the increased child allowance, guaranteed minimum income, and housing benefit are expected by the end of July, according to statements made today (June 3, 2025) by the Minister for Social Cohesion and Family, Domna Michailidou. According to her, necessary clarifications regarding changes in OPKE benefits from the government’s side are still pending, after…