The Hellenic Association for Energy Economics (HAEE), in co-organization with insider, invites you to the 9th EcoMobility Conference, taking place on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the Hellenic Motor Museum in Athens.

Ecomobility is maturing, but the questions remain critical. What regulates the market? Where will we charge? Who is investing? And how ready are we for the changes ahead?

The conference will open the discussion around 5 key questions:

🔹 Where will we charge tomorrow?

🔹 How is our transportation changing?

🔹 Who is driving the market?

🔹 How is the next day being shaped?

🔹 Innovation plugged in

ℹ️ The conference will be held in Greek, with in-person attendance by speakers and participants.

Save the date and check the 🎞️ teaser video for the Conference 

9th EcoMobility Conference Teaser Video

We look forward to seeing you there!

Renewables 2025
Publisher: International Energy Agency (IEA) / Release: October 2025

Summary:
Global renewable power capacity is expected to double between now and 2030, increasing by 4,600 gigawatts (GW). This flagship report presents the latest forecasts and analysis, based on recent policy and market developments, while also exploring key challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2024
Publisher: IRENA / Release: July 2025

Summary:
Total installed costs for renewable power decreased by more than 10% for all technologies between 2023 and 2024, except for offshore wind, where they remained relatively stable, and bioenergy, where they increased by 16%. The latest cost analysis from IRENA shows that renewables continued to represent the most cost-competitive source of new electricity generation in 2024.

Global Hydrogen Review 2025
Publisher: International Energy Agency (IEA) / Release: September 2025

Summary:
The Global Hydrogen Review is an annual publication by the International Energy Agency that tracks hydrogen production and demand worldwide, shedding light on the latest developments on policy, infrastructure, trade, investments and innovation. The sector has progressed significantly since the first publication of the Global Hydrogen Review in 2021.

Grid Incident in Spain and Portugal on 28 April 2025
Publisher: ENTSO-E / Release: October 2025

Summary:
On 28 April 2025 at 12:33 CEST, the power systems of Spain and Portugal experienced the most severe blackout incident in the European power system in over 20 years. The purpose of this factual report is to provide a technical and objective account of the incident, based on factual evidence.

New in-depth report on enabling frameworks for energy communities
Publisher: Energy Cities / Release: June 2025

Summary:
A new report that offers a comprehensive roadmap for policy-makers in 11 EU countries eager to make citizen-led energy projects an EU-wide reality. The report confirms that from Belgium to Bulgaria progress is being overshadowed by persistent barriers in the implementation of energy community provisions.

Ever higher curtailments together with zero or negative prices have been a double whammy lately for the renewable market in Greece, especially for photovoltaics.

Just in September, there were 27 negative hours in the Day Ahead Market, during which producers with Contracts for Difference (CfDs) did not get paid by the market operator, according to the law. This affects owners of solar farms over 400 kW, who see their monthly income drop, especially if curtailments are also taken into account.

Energy storage projects cannot come soon enough, according to the market, to provide a solution. However, standalone batteries from the first two Greek auctions have been given an extension until March 2026 in order to declare connection readiness. Therefore, the date has been pushed back compared to September 2025, meaning that adverse conditions for renewables will continue.

The situation has resulted in a drop in new applications for photovoltaics. According to the regulatory authority, RAAEY, currently they are a small fraction compared to 2-3 years ago. Furthermore, investors are looking to buy solar farms with Feed-in Tariffs or PPAs who have more predictable remuneration. Banks have also raised their requirements lately for financing CfD projects.

The American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce (AmChamGR) and the Hellenic Association for Energy Economics (HAEE), in strategic partnership with the Atlantic Council and the Global Energy Institute of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, successfully organized the 9th Southeast Europe Energy Forum (SEEF2025) on September 5, 2025, at The MET Hotel, Thessaloniki.

This year’s Forum highlighted Southeast Europe’s strategic role on the European and transatlantic energy map, emphasizing the region’s potential to serve as a bridge for stability, growth, and cooperation amid ongoing global and geopolitical challenges.

In their remarks, AmChamGR President Ioannis Saracakis underscored the region’s opportunity to lead through renewables, hydrogen, digital technologies, and infrastructure, while Executive Director Elias Spirtounias stressed the need for vision and partnerships as the global energy landscape evolves. Dr. Kostas Andriosopoulos, Chairman of AmChamGR’s Energy Committee, emphasized the importance of robust infrastructure as the backbone of the energy transition, and HAEE President Dr. Spiros Papaefthymiou called for deeper collaboration to bridge gaps in energy security, integration, and decarbonization.

The Forum gathered government officials, energy experts, and industry leaders from across Southeast Europe, reaffirming Thessaloniki’s position as a key regional energy hub.

Our latest Chart of the Month, titled "Financing the Future of Energy" explores the evolving landscape of sustainable finance, focusing on green and sustainability‑linked bonds, loans, and ESG performance across Europe.

In Greece, the green finance market has gained strong momentum in 2024, with approximately €3 billion in Green Bonds issued by leading banks (Eurobank, NBG, Piraeus Bank) and industrial players such as Metlen Energy & Metals. The Public Power Corporation (PPC) also stands out with three Sustainability‑Linked Bonds totaling €1.4 billion, maturing between 2026 and 2028.

On a European scale, Greece achieved an ESG score of 65, surpassing several regional peers but still trailing leaders like Denmark (98.8). This indicates progress yet underlines the need for enhanced corporate ESG practices to fully unlock access to sustainable capital.

Explore the full insights in our interactive Chart of the Month and discover how ESG‑driven finance is shaping a greener economic future.

This Special Edition of In Focus celebrates HAEE’s 10-year anniversary by showcasing cutting-edge academic research presented at the 10th HAEE Energy Transition Symposium. Featuring both concise abstracts and in-depth papers, it explores key topics shaping the global energy transition, including energy security, CCUS integration, green hydrogen, electricity market reform, and climate resilience. The publication bridges academia, policy, and industry, offering fresh insights and practical recommendations for navigating a sustainable and secure energy future.

Enjoy the read!

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