https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eac-chairman-george-petrou-dives-into-energy-storage-advancements
George Petrou, the newly appointed chairman of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), faces a daunting task as he takes the helm during a turbulent......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mckinsey-leaders-convene-at-green-agenda-cyprus-summit
Georgios D. Tsopelas embarked on his McKinsey journey in London back in 1994, blazing a trail that led to the establishment of the Athens office in 2000. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-stands-against-early-fees-for-great-sea-interconnector
Cypriot electricity consumers should not be burdened with a surcharge before the operation of the electricity interconnector linking Greece and Cyprus and the consequent reduction of electricity costs, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry George Papanastasiou said on Monday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wind-and-solar-could-power-eastern-mediterranean-and-middle-east-by-2050
The significant potential and great potential of wind and solar energy in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region up to 2050 is revealed......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-struggles-as-70-of-green-power-goes-to-waste
In a pivotal discussion held yesterday by the Parliamentary Committee on Energy, Trade, Industry, and Tourism, the pressing issue of energy storage from renewable sources and hydrogen took center stage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-photovoltaic-systems-threaten-cyprus-electricity-grid
In a recent interview on SPOR FM, Christina Papadopoulou, the spokesperson for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), addressed concerns over the proliferation of illegal photovoltaic systems installed by individuals in homes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-to-apply-for-the-photovoltaic-project-for-your-home
The Greek Ministry of Energy has launched Category A3 of the grants scheme to promote the use of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems in residential buildings for 2024-2025.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-s-blackmail-fails-to-halt-green-transition
Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, stated on Tuesday that Vladimir Putin's attempts at "blackmail" have backfired, hastening the EU's shift toward green energy. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/norwegian-lng-fueling-india-s-energy-future-starting-2026
In a strategic move echoing India's green ambitions, Deepak Fertilisers has joined forces with Norwegian giant Equinor to secure a 15-year supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-1-000-tons-of-discarded-tires-pile-up-across-cyprus
Today, more than 1,000 tons of tires lie scattered in open spaces throughout Cyprus, posing a significant problem for the environment and public health....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-faces-€40m-setback-in-smart-meter-implementation
A €40 million allocation from the Recovery and Resilience Fund, earmarked for the purchase and installation of smart meters, is in jeopardy due to tight timetables....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/pwc-cyprus-goes-100-renewable-sets-green-example
PwC Cyprus issued an announcement today, revealing that it has achieved a significant milestone in its quest for zero emissions. The electricity powering its operations in Nicosia and Limassol is now sourced entirely from renewable sources. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-redefines-sustainability-with-new-housing-grants
In an exclusive announcement, the Ministry of Energy, Trade, and Industry is reaching out to stakeholders for their input on the innovative ''Grant Scheme for Renewable Energy and Energy Saving in Housing 2024-2025.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-hospital-powers-up-as-photovoltaic-park-installation-underway
In a significant development, the initial phase of the photovoltaic park installation at Nicosia General Hospital, managed by the State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY)...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eac-invites-bids-for-renewable-energy-land-lease
The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) has announced a tender for the long-term land lease for the development of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) projects....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/renewable-energy-hits-17-2-eyes-soaring-heights-in-2023
The share of energy consumption from renewable energy resources (RES) in 2022 has reached 17.2% in Cyprus and is expected to increase further in 2023 and in the following years, according to the annual report of the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority (CERA) for 2022 presented on Wednesday to the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/portugal-breaks-records-with-149-hours-of-uninterrupted-renewable-energy
In a remarkable feat, Portugal achieved a new milestone by generating more renewable energy than its electricity demands for an unprecedented 149 consecutive hours....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/tilos-the-little-island-that-could
In a recent interview with Dr. George Pechlivanoglou, the mastermind behind Tilos Island's groundbreaking energy initiative, we unveil a serious but exciting endeavor that's putting this petite Greek island on the map for sustainability....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/photovoltaics-for-all-scheme-launches-€30m-fund
The public will be able to start submitting applications on January 2024 for a scheme to install photovoltaics, dubbed "Photovoltaics for All", with a budget of €30 million, which is expected to correspond to 6,000 applications....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€16-billion-in-energy-investments-for-2021-2030
Cyprus' investment footprint in the energy sector is small but not insignificant, with expected investments in the sector amounting to over €16 billion for the decade 2021-2030, experts said at the third and fourth sessions of the 11th energy symposium, organised by FMW and the Institute of Energy of South East Europe in Nicosia on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/assessing-the-dual-impact-of-government-s-support-measures
Recent days have witnessed crucial discussions surrounding measures to support households and businesses, a pressing necessity given the prevailing circumstances....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tilos-project-sheds-light-on-benefits-and-challenges
Cyprus is on the path to achieving a green transition, with Dr. George Pehlivanoglou leading the way. He emphasizes that to make this transition successful, essential changes are needed in the energy market structure and advancements in energy production, storage, management, and distribution services....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-could-meet-40-of-it-energy-needs-through-solar-power-by-2030
Cyprus is on track to meet 40% of its energy needs through solar power by 2030, according to Francesco La Camera, the Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exciting-ai-innovations-await-at-digital-agenda-summit-2023
Get ready for a thrilling day of technological exploration and innovation at the upcoming Digital Agenda Summit 2023. This annual event promises to be even more captivating this year, with a lineup of remarkable speakers, discussions, and an exciting new feature...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-public-transport-gets-a-facelift-as-massive-infrastructure-upgrade-underway
In a significant development, a new contract signed at the Ministry of Transport on Thursday outlines extensive improvements to Cyprus' public transportation infrastructure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-seeks-centralized-energy-storage-solution
As part of the Save and Upgrade plan, only eight applications have been submitted thus far for the installation of home storage systems. It's important to note that these grants exclude new homes, which are expected to meet almost zero energy consumption standards....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ey-achieves-record-global-revenue-of-nearly-$50-billion
EY reports record global revenue results of just under US$50b...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/energy-gamble-or-gain-cyprus-big-plans-under-scrutiny
The reluctance of the European Investment Bank (EIB) to financially support a part of the project, such as the Israel-Cyprus-Greece electric cable, should strongly concern Cyprus regarding its energy plans. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/euroasia-interconnector-seeks-alternative-funding
The developer of the EuroAsia Interconnector is seeking alternative funding avenues to construct Cyprus' electricity interconnection with the European Union, following the European Investment Bank's rejection of a loan request. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scientists-uncover-ultra-strong-lightweight-material
Galvorn is stronger than steel, lighter than aluminum, and has the conductivity of copper, according to an article on LinkedIn....