The Greek energy landscape has experienced a significant transformation, with recent data revealing that the country’s electricity export revenues reached €972 million in 2025. According to figures from the Hellenic Statistical Authority, Greece concluded the year with a notable trade surplus of €261 million in its electricity sector.
This development marks a stark contrast to 2019, when Greece was heavily dependent on imported electricity, leading to a trade deficit of approximately €400 million. This shift represents an impressive improvement of around €650 million over the span of six years, indicating a robust change in the national energy strategy.
The transition toward becoming a net electricity exporter began in 2024, when Greece recorded a positive balance of €121.5 million for the first time since 2000. This initial turnaround set the stage for accelerated growth in 2025, as analysis from energy think tank Green Tank shows that net electricity exports soared beyond 3 terawatt-hours (TWh), nearly tenfold compared to the previous year. Notably, Greece exported more electricity than it imported for 11 out of 12 months during 2025, a significant increase from just five months in 2024.
Officials within the government consider this shift as an indicator of enhanced competitiveness within Greece’s energy sector. Deputy Energy Minister Nikos Tsafos emphasized that Greece has ascended to seventh place among the European Union’s energy exporters, highlighting a remarkable turnaround from its previous status as one of the bloc’s largest net energy importers.
