The thoughts of the RIS regarding the cost of power The Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, analyzed, speaking today (19.9.2025) at the Open.
As Stavros Papastavrou pointed out, there is an increase in the price of electricity in relation to cheap August, but the month should be closed to draw conclusions.
It is certain that the prime minister’s initiative for the wider market of our region has operated and the Greek priorities have also become EU priorities, the minister said.
Regarding colored invoices and the fact that much of consumers remains in expensive green products, Mr Papastavrou clarified that the government could not guide the citizen. However, he can better inform him and plan improved measures from now on.
Finally, as far as businesses are concerned, the minister said that a solution for industries is currently being considered, but based on budgetary margins. At the same time, the RIS is considering possible repetition of support measures for businesses, such as bakeries, in view of winter, when prices are usually expensive.