Stavros Papastavrou

Stavros Papastavrou is the Minister of Environment and Energy of Greece, where he leads the country’s green transformation agenda, including initiatives for climate neutrality, renewable energy expansion, and environmental sustainability. A respected figure in European policy circles, Papastavrou has held senior advisory roles in the Prime Minister’s Office, managing portfolios on European integration, climate diplomacy, and regulatory reform. His leadership has been instrumental in aligning Greece’s energy and environmental frameworks with the European Green Deal and Fit for 55 objectives. Papastavrou holds a law degree from the University of Athens and a Master of Laws from Harvard Law School. His career spans advisory roles, civil society involvement, and institutional reform work, combining legal acumen with a strategic vision for Europe's sustainable future.