Thermal Account 3.0 for solar thermal energy: more incentives and less bureaucracy

Conto Termico 3.0 introduces a renewed and more accessible incentive system for the construction of systems dedicated to energy efficiency and heat production from renewable sources.

Among the most valued technologies is solar thermal, a now consolidated and ideal solution for reducing energy consumption and CO₂ emissions.

The new version of the Thermal Account expands the range of beneficiaries—including businesses, public administrations, the third sector, and energy communities —and simplifies access procedures, reducing processing times and increasing spending limits.

The goal is clear: to accelerate the spread of efficient, reliable systems that are compatible with the most modern air conditioning systems.

Greater cost coverage and more flexible incentives

Compared to previous versions, Conto Termico 3.0 provides higher and more flexible contributions for the construction of solar thermal systems for the production of domestic hot water, integration with heating systems, or use in industrial processes.

For public administrations, under certain conditions, coverage of up to 100% of eligible expenses is envisaged.

Increased incentives are also introduced for large systems – for example with a collection surface area greater than 50 m² – and for configurations that integrate storage systems or intelligent thermal energy control.

The mechanism also provides for the possibility of combining incentives with other instruments, in compliance with EU rules on State aid.

Opportunities for designers and industry professionals

For those working in the air conditioning and energy efficiency sectors, Conto Termico 3.0 represents a concrete lever for technical and professional development.

• Designers and heating engineers can propose hybrid systems that combine solar thermal and heat pumps, optimizing the building's overall performance;
• Installers and maintenance technicians have the opportunity to expand their offering with integrated, reliable and highly profitable solutions;
• Businesses and public administrations can reduce energy management costs, improving the overall sustainability of their facilities.

The new scheme encourages a more flexible and innovative approach, based on the integration of renewable thermal production, efficiency, and system digitalization.

Towards a more efficient and balanced energy future

The update of the Thermal Account represents a key step in the national energy transition strategy, because it strengthens the role of thermal production from renewable sources alongside electricity production.

Solar thermal energy, in particular, has proven to be a mature and reliable technology, capable of significantly improving buildings' energy balance and reducing climate-altering emissions.

For the HVAC sector, this measure opens up new opportunities for integrated design, where solar thermal energy becomes a stable component of efficient and sustainable air conditioning systems.