In a strong effort to support renewable energy, Cyprus’s parliamentary energy committee has urgently asked the government to extend financial help for home solar and battery systems. This support is currently planned to end in December. The government has already indicated it wants to continue these subsidies to prevent problems in the market and keep households investing. At the same time, a major project to modernize the national electricity network is speeding up. The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has started a street-by-street campaign to install smart meters in several districts this month.
The committee made its urgent request this Tuesday because members worry that uncertainty could reduce public confidence. Current programs provide grants of up to €1,500 per household for equipment, but these are set to expire on December 31. A quick decision is seen as very important. Committee chairman Kyriacos Hadjiyiannis explained the government’s view, saying, "The government confirmed it intends to continue subsidy schemes that currently support the installation of solar panels on homes." This continued support is expected to include both solar panels for personal use and battery storage systems. This will allow special billing arrangements, known as net metering, to continue without stopping.
This political effort connects directly with a physical upgrade already happening across the country. The EAC is systematically replacing old meters with new smart meters that can be read remotely. Neighborhoods in all major cities, including Nicosia and Limassol, are part of this rollout. The work requires short, planned power cuts, usually lasting less than twenty minutes. The EAC has informed the public, "stressing that the interruption is necessary for safe replacement."
This two-part strategy tackles both sides of Cyprus's energy situation. Extending subsidies lowers the cost for homeowners, encouraging them to produce their own clean energy and use less fossil fuel. Meanwhile, installing smart meters is a basic step toward a stronger and more intelligent electricity grid. The new technology will lead to more accurate bills, faster detection of problems, and may soon let people track their energy use in real time to save more.
Looking forward, the energy committee will meet again in January to review progress. The larger goal is to create a stable and attractive market for renewable energy investments. For citizens, the short-term effect is managing brief power cuts for a long-term improvement in the grid. For families considering solar panels, the expectation of continued government support makes the decision easier. Together, these actions represent a coordinated effort to move the island toward a more sustainable and modern energy future.