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Energy efficiency measure - Energy Efficiency Improvement in Street Lighting for Local Authority Organisations

Abbreviated form of legal source(s)

Published by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, February 2023  

Description of support scheme

The programme aims to improve the energy efficiency of street lighting systems managed by Local Authority Organisations (Municipalities and Regional Authorities). Key features include:

  • Subsidies covering 20% of the eligible project budget.
  • Financing options through loans or Energy Performance Contracts with Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).

Amount

  • Subsidy: 20% of the eligible project budget.
  • Remaining funding: Can be covered by own resources, loans, or ESCO contracts.

Addressees

Local administrative authorities (municipalities and regions).

Procedure

  1. Eligible authorities submit project proposals.
  2. Upon approval, public tenders are issued to select contractors for project implementation.
  3. Selected contractors implement the projects, focusing on upgrading street lighting with energy-efficient technologies.

Competent authority

  • ΜΕΕ
  • Greek Consignment Deposits and Loans Fund (GCDLF)