REVIEW ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PHOTOVOLTAIC ACTIVITIES IN GREECE

摘要

The paper gives a thorough review of the past and recent activities in the field of photovoltaics in Greece.Reference is given to all affiliated governmental bodies, the interactive mechanisms, the main RTD organisations and the industry involved in the development of solar business in the country. Policy planning and some actions taking into consideration the local situation in harmonisation with the policy of EU member states are also discussed. Potential areas for PV applications are highlighted and recommendations for the development of system?s technology and market are made. A National Programme must be initiated by the government to encourage PV applications on the islands and to create a favourable framework for small grid-connected roof-top PV systems, covering the household sector in the country.