Athens restaurant owner **Christos Kapetanakis** reports a **40% increase** in electricity bills due to the ongoing energy crisis post-Ukraine invasion.
Electricity expenses, once **3% of monthly turnover**, have surged to **15%**, impacting competitiveness in **Greece's tourism sector**.
**Southeast Europe** is experiencing **significantly higher** wholesale power costs compared to **northern European countries**, creating economic strain.
The lack of investment in energy infrastructure in southeast Europe, especially in renewable sources and power storage, is cited as a crucial factor for high prices.
**Greek Prime Minister** **Kyriakos Mitsotakis** has urged the **European Commission** to address electricity cost disparities across **Europe**.