The Hellenic Association of Photovoltaic Companies ( Helapco ) has revealed Greece added 100 MW of solar capacity in 2016 , including 7.2 MW of net metering installations . Although the Greek government plans to add 1 GW of solar capacity between 2018 and 2020 , obstacles include a high interest rates for bank loans and the lengthy process of acquiring a mandated grid connection agreement . Analysts said if the ruling Syriza party is ousted in this year 's elections , the new government could give the solar industry a filip by reducing taxes .
The Hellenic Association of Photovoltaic Companies (Helapco) has revealed Greece added 41 MW of solar capacity in 2018, including 7.2 MW of net metering installations. Although the Greek government plans to add 1 GW of solar capacity between 2018 and 2020, obstacles include a high interest rates for bank financing and the lengthy process of acquiring a mandated grid connection agreement. Analysts said if the ruling Syriza party is ousted in this year's elections, the new government could give the solar industry a filip by reducing taxes.