Focus - Renewable energy

In 2024, photovoltaic self-consumption in Italy reached 10,701 GWh (30.2% of net production), driven by industry and the tertiary sector. A technical and regulatory challenge remains.

In August 2025, photovoltaic energy met 20.6% of Italy's electricity demand, a record contribution for the month. Renewables as a whole covered nearly 48%.

Combi solar-biomass systems combine solar collectors and pellet or wood boilers: savings of up to 40%, available incentives, and critical issues to consider.

WindEurope: The EU is preparing tripartite agreements to strengthen offshore wind and industrial competitiveness. 370,000 jobs and €54 billion in annual value.

AIEL proposes to increase thermal energy from woody biomass to 10.7 Mtoe by 2030, avoiding 9 billion cubic meters of gas, and calls for governance, tax breaks and plant incentives.

IRENA: In 2024, 91% of new renewable projects will be cheaper than fossil fuels; PV at $0.043/kWh, onshore wind at $0.034/kWh. Grids and capital costs remain key issues.

ETIPWind presents a strategy to relaunch wind research and proposes a European Fund to support the industry and ensure the EU's technological sovereignty.