Power utility PPC, participating in public consultation for Athens gas distributor EDA Attiki’s five-year development plan, has called for an expansion of the gas distribution network in the Athens area that is both sustainable and balanced – socially and geographically – for maximum gas network penetration and fair cost distribution.

Prospective interest in less populated parts of the wider Athens area will grow and, as a result, could lead to a greater number of gas connections, higher consumption levels, and further retail gas market growth in these areas, PPC noted.

As a result, greater attention needs to be given to lower-priority areas in Athens possessing growth potential, the power utility pointed out.

PPC also called on gas grid operator DESFA to examine co-financing possibilities for projects covering gas network connection needs at social service points such as schools and other public buildings.