# Opposition to renewable energy projects in Greece > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/opposition-to-renewable-energy-projects-in-greece > Updated: 2026-10-26T11:55:32.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Opposition to renewable energy source (RES) projects has emerged across several Greek regions, driven by political parties, local officials, and residents. In Boeotia and Kozani, the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) has formally requested a halt to wind turbine installations in the Bourinos mountain area and photovoltaic plants in Galatini. The party expressed concerns regarding the allocation of forest and grazing land to corporations and the potential safety risks of lithium battery storage units near residential areas. In the Pelion region, local organizations, scientists, and residents have expressed unanimous opposition to wind turbine installations under a new Special Spatial Plan for RES. The Mayor of South Pelion has filed appeals with the Council of State, arguing that decisions were made without municipal consultation. Additionally, the Region of Thessaly has issued a unanimous negative opinion regarding the Special Spatial Plan, citing the need to protect the natural environment and NATURA protected areas. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Pelion residents and officials oppose wind turbine installation Local authorities and residents in Pelion, Greece, have declared total opposition to wind turbine installations, citing environmental concerns and filing legal appeals. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pelion-residents-and-officials-oppose-wind-turbine-installation ### 2026-10-18: Greece: KKE opposes renewable energy projects in Boeotia and Kozani The Communist Party of Greece is demanding a halt to wind, solar, and battery storage projects in Boeotia and Kozani, citing environmental risks and the loss of protected land to corporate interests. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-kke-opposes-renewable-energy-projects-in-boeotia-and-kozani --- Cite as: Opposition to renewable energy projects in Greece. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/opposition-to-renewable-energy-projects-in-greece