Trends in electricity production – February 2022
According to the latest monthly data for the interconnected electricity network from ADMIE, fossil fuels (fossil gas +lignite) produce more electricity than renewables and large hydro, returning to the first place in the first two months of the year, contrary to the corresponding period of 2021.
The role of scientists in environmental and climate policy making – Panel discussion at the conference “Science and Politics” organized by INP
Elena Psyllakou, Communications Officer of Τhe Green Tank, participated in the online conference “Science and Politics” organized by the Nicos Poulantzas Institute, moderating the panel discussion “Environmental data and politics: from climate change deniers to the Green Taxonomy”.
Quo Vadis ETS? – Online Panel Discussion
The Green Tank and the Energy Planning & Sustainable Development Group of the National Observatory of Athens (IERSD/NOA) co-organized an online panel discussion entitled “Quo Vadis ETS?” about the revision of the European Emissions Trading System (ETS) in the framework of the Fit for 55 legislative package.
Renewables are the new normal in energy
Interview by Nikos Mantzaris to Eyaggelia Xirouchaki and the Cretan TV channel NEA TV on the energy crisis and soaring prices.
CBAM and EU ETS require an integrated approach – Joint NGO Statement
The Green Tank co-signs a joint statement of NGOs and think tanks proposing a combined EU policy for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and EU Emissions Trade System (EU ETS).
Russia’s war in Ukraine: Why doubling down on the Green Deal is the best strategy
Joint article by members of the Think Sustainable Europe network co-signed by Ioli Christopoulou on behalf of the Green Tank.
Trends in electricity production – January 2022
According to the latest monthly data for the interconnected electricity network from ADMIE,
renewables (including large hydro) produce more electricity than fossil fuels, in the first month of the year for the second time in a row.
The energy price crisis is a fossil fuel crisis
Nikos Mantzaris spoke with the correspondent of Al Jazeera English in Athens John Psaropoulos about the energy price crisis that is currently affecting Greece.
The EU taxonomy and the implications for Greece
On the occasion of the presentation of the delegated act of the European Commission, which treats investments in fossil gas and nuclear energy as sustainable, Nikos Mantzaris analyzes why renewable energy sources and the electricity storage is the only way forward for Greece.
Lignite phase-out, the right decision – The next steps for energy in Greece
Nikos Mantzaris gave an interview to Peni Halatsi and the website "Insider" on the lignite phase-out and other energy issues concerning Greece and Europe.
Trends in electricity production – December 2021
According to the latest monthly data for the interconnected electricity network from ADMIE (December 2021):
Lignite hit a new record low. Despite the increased demand in 2021 compared to 2020 (+5%) and the spike in fossil gas prices, especially in the second half of 2021, electricity production from lignite decreased by 6.7% in 2021 compared to 2020, while relative to 2019 the decrease almost reached 50% (-49%).
The Green Tank’s comments on the National Climate Law
The Green Tank submitted its comments to the public consultation on the National Climate Law that is being conducted on the opengov website.
“Interdependence” – 11 stories about the climate crisis
Talk by Ioanna Theodosiou on the climate crisis and the contemporary environmental challenges at the Ilioupoli Cinema Club.
Climate-neutral power generation by 2035?
On the occasion of Germany's commitment to zero emissions in the electricity sector by 2035, Nikos Mantzaris analyzes the prospects for similar commitments from Greece and other European countries in an article in energypress published on January 17, 2022.
