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- Greece
Binding for renewable developers, public authorities and grid operators.
They must:
Follow simplified but mandatory renewable licensing procedures.
Respect priority dispatch and grid-access policies.
Meet environmental permitting rules consistent with EU environmental law.
Exceptions:
Very small rooftop PV and micro-wind projects may follow simplified approvals.
Projects in highly protected areas face strict limitations or exclusions.
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What’s Required
Law 3851/2010 was one of the earliest Greek laws to accelerate renewable energy deployment. It establishes:
Priority dispatch for renewable electricity.
Streamlined RES licensing procedures and faster decision timelines.
National renewable energy targets aligned with EU directives.
Simplifications for small and medium-scale renewable plants.
Land-use rules supporting wind and solar siting, with strong environmental constraints where needed.
Important Deadlines
Law active from 2010, with later amendments.
Licensing timelines codified in the law influenced subsequent reforms (including Law 4685/2020).
Current Status
Although newer laws supersede many procedures, Law 3851/2010 remains historically significant and still relevant for grid-priority rules and some transitional rights held by earlier RES projects.
Penalties
Delays or non-compliance with permitting rules can result in loss of licensing rights.
Sanctions for RES operators violating operating, environmental, or grid rules.
Examples of Violations
Early cases where wind or PV projects were installed without full permitting.
Grid constraints leading to curtailment or disputes over priority access.
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