Current Price
0.0733 €/kWh
18:00 - 19:00
Minimum Price
0.0000 €/kWh
12:00 - 13:00
Average Price
0.0644 €/kWh
00:00 - 24:00
Maximum Price
0.1397 €/kWh
07:00 - 08:00

Electricity prices - Greece

This table/chart shows the HEnEx spot exchange prices for the Greece bidding zone in the Day-Ahead market, using local time (Europe/Athens)
Period Today
€/kWh
Tomorrow
€/kWh
00:00 - 01:00 0.0926 0.0970
01:00 - 02:00 0.0936 0.0923
02:00 - 03:00 0.0880 0.0884
03:00 - 04:00 0.0836 0.0835
04:00 - 05:00 0.0867 0.0812
05:00 - 06:00 0.0922 0.0824
06:00 - 07:00 0.1005 0.0920
07:00 - 08:00 0.1397 0.0971
08:00 - 09:00 0.0965 0.0582
09:00 - 10:00 0.0383 0.0014
10:00 - 11:00 0.0128 0.0030
11:00 - 12:00 0.0050 0.0000
12:00 - 13:00 0.0000 0.0000
13:00 - 14:00 0.0000 0.0000
14:00 - 15:00 0.0000 -0.0000
15:00 - 16:00 0.0000 -0.0000
16:00 - 17:00 0.0000 0.0000
17:00 - 18:00 0.0022 0.0150
18:00 - 19:00 0.0733 0.0784
19:00 - 20:00 0.1103 0.1020
20:00 - 21:00 0.1099 0.1074
21:00 - 22:00 0.1104 0.1121
22:00 - 23:00 0.1041 0.1088
23:00 - 00:00 0.1057 0.1078


The Greek Electricity Market: Greener, Smarter, and More Dynamic

Greece is undergoing a major transformation in how it generates, delivers, and prices electricity. From a fossil-heavy past to a renewable-powered future, the country is embracing a cleaner and more competitive energy model—driven by policy, market innovation, and consumer choice.

Let’s break down what’s happening in the Greek electricity market from 2023 to 2025 and what it means for households and businesses.


🔌 What Powers Greece Today?

By 2024, Greece hit a major milestone: renewables covered over 50% of electricity consumption, thanks to rapid growth in solar, wind, and hydropower. Natural gas remains the top fossil fuel, while coal (lignite) is being phased out—dropping to just 6% of generation in 2024. Oil is mostly used on non-interconnected islands.

And for the first time, Greece became a net exporter of electricity in 2024, sending surplus power to neighboring countries through an expanding regional grid.


🌞 The Rise of Renewables

Renewable energy is booming in Greece. By the end of 2024:

  • Solar PV capacity topped 9 GW, with new projects being added at record pace.
  • Wind capacity reached 5.36 GW, with more under construction.
  • Government tenders are fueling this growth, offering contracts for new clean energy projects at competitive prices.

But it’s not just big projects—rooftop solar and community energy schemes are getting support too, although recent policy changes are shifting from net-metering to net-billing for self-producers.

Looking ahead, experts predict renewables could cover 57% of consumption by 2025, exceeding EU targets.


💡 How Are Electricity Prices Formed?

Greek electricity bills include:

  1. Supply Charge – The actual cost of energy (can be fixed or variable).
  2. Network Charges – Regulated fees for using transmission and distribution lines.
  3. Public Service Obligations (PSOs) – Costs to support islands, renewable energy, and vulnerable consumers.
  4. Taxes – Including VAT (24%), excise tax, and municipal levies.

Though wholesale energy prices fluctuate, retail consumers are protected by competition among suppliers and regulatory oversight by RAE (the Energy Regulatory Authority).


🕒 Enter the Era of Dynamic Tariffs

Starting in March 2025, large businesses in Greece will be able to choose dynamic electricity tariffs—plans where the price changes hourly based on the wholesale market. These “Orange Tariffs” aim to:

  • Encourage users to shift usage to off-peak hours
  • Integrate more renewables into the grid
  • Reduce stress on the system during high demand

Households and smaller businesses will gain access around early 2026, as smart meter deployment ramps up.


⚡ Top Energy Providers to Watch

Several major suppliers are already preparing or offering dynamic plans, including:

  • PPC (ΔΕΗ) – Greece’s largest utility, serving millions
  • Protergia (Mytilineos Group) – A leader in clean energy
  • Heron (Motor Oil Group) – Competitive in SME and retail
  • NRG Hellas, Elpedison, ZeniΘ – Offering flexible, tech-forward plans
  • WATT+VOLT and Volton – Also innovating with smart tariffs

These companies are required to publish next-day hourly prices and offer transparent contracts to consumers.


🔭 What’s Next?

By 2025, Greece’s electricity landscape will be:

✅ Greener – Renewables supplying over half of all electricity
✅ Smarter – Smart meters, real-time pricing, and flexible demand
✅ More Competitive – Multiple suppliers, open markets, and empowered consumers

The country is on track to become a regional energy hub—with more interconnections, battery and pumped-storage systems, and new market tools to support its clean energy ambitions.


Final Thought:
Whether you're a household thinking of switching tariffs or a business looking to save on energy bills, now’s the time to start paying attention to dynamic pricing and renewables. The Greek electricity market is charging into the future—and it’s looking bright.