Greece: EIB and Independent Power Transmission Operator SA signed a EUR 1.9 billion loan for the interconnection of the Dodecanese islands with the Greek mainland electricity grid

In February 2026, the EIB and Independent Power Transmission Operator SA signed a EUR 1.9 billion loan to support the interconnection of the Dodecanese islands with the Greek electricity transmission system. The project includes the development of transmission lines, substations, and submarine cables to improve energy supply reliability and enable the integration of renewable energy.