The aim is for 33.17% of Cyprus'' total consumption to come from renewable energy by 2030, based on the updated National Energy and Climate plan, Minister of Energy,
The question is whether the competitive market, albeit delayed and after the transitional regulation period – perhaps in the second half of 2025 – will open the door to
Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou unveiled Cyprus'' ambitious plans for the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) during a press conference in
According to data compiled by the CyprusGrid tracking platform, the island country curtailed more than 167 GWh of renewable electricity in the first six months of 2025.
The increase was mainly due to PV systems installed for self-consumption under the "Renewable Energy for Own Consumption" scheme and for commercial purposes. These
Cyprus curtailed more than half of its potential renewable power in early 2025, including record residential solar cuts, as grid limits and a lack of storage strain its energy
A statistical analysis is performed and presented of the percentages of curtailments in Cyprus for the years 2022, 2023 and 2024. The data is provided by the Transmission
Without immediate investment in grid flexibility and energy storage, Cyprus risks losing its renewable potential. The path to a cleaner, greener
The chart below illustrates the yearly carbon emissions and their associated costs over recent years. By reducing emissions through increased RES adoption, Cyprus can not only meet its
This measure aims to prevent power disruptions, though it significantly increases investment costs, making such projects less competitive compared to conventional natural gas
Without immediate investment in grid flexibility and energy storage, Cyprus risks losing its renewable potential. The path to a cleaner, greener future is far from over.
