Centre for Renewable Energy Sources & Saving (CRES)

The Centre for Renewable Energy Sources and Saving (CRES) is the Greek organization for Renewable Energy Sources (RES), Rational Use of Energy (RUE) and Energy Saving (ES). CRES has been appointed as the national co-ordination centre in its area of activity. Its main goal is the research and promotion of RES/RUE/ES applications at a national and international level, as well as the support of related activities, taking into consideration the principles of sustainable development.

CRES is responsible for developing and promoting the Greek Green Homes & Green Mortgage programme and its promotion to other National Energy Agencies that may be interested in adopting the project’s approach. Furthermore, CRES leads the project’s task related to the Review and Knowledge Sharing of successful initiatives to alleviate Energy Poverty.

Our team attaches great importance to green finance initiatives and through our participation in the SMARTER Finance for Families project, we wish not only to get acquainted with the latest successful developments in the field but also pave the way for the development and promotion of innovative financing products in the Greek market, that can contribute to the an increase in energy efficiency and green performance of buildings.