Eurostat reports that 19% of people in Greece could not keep their homes adequately warm in 2024, slightly improved from 19.2% in 2023, but still more than double the EU average

Geopolitics, climate-related losses, global debt pressures and inflated AI company valuations could pose challenges for Greece’s economy, even as growth and market indicators improve, according to the president of the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Rising gas and power costs across the EU, driven by extreme weather, low reserves and market volatility, are weighing heavily on households and businesses, with Greece facing some of the steepest electricity prices in Europe

In a TV interview after a Riyadh visit, Greece’s energy minister outlined three strategic connectivity projects with Saudi Arabia, framed within EU energy policy, maritime decarbonization talks, and efforts to curb household power costs.

Greece’s Energy Ministry outlines 23 practical steps—ranging from simple daily habits to targeted home upgrades—to help households reduce electricity use and manage soaring power costs

For September, Greece’s average electricity price is 90.99 euros/MWh, up nearly 19% from 73.73 euros in August.

The SBE has repeatedly highlighted that while other European countries support their industries against energy price shocks, Greece lags behind.

High power costs have long undermined Greek manufacturers, with European industry as a whole still paying two to three times more for energy compared to rivals in the U.S. and China.

Minister of Energy and Environment Stavros Papastavrou said the government was considering a series of measures to alleviate consumer pressure if electricity costs increased

What Eurometaux member companies are telling Ursula von der Leyen in a joint letter

Greek government announces emergency subsidies for February to combat rising energy costs.

The Greek Premier, among other things, suggests the EU authorities should aim to implement prompt and more flexible initiatives to respond to the current energy challenges