Tracking environment for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Environment · Economy150 GW of Italian renewable projects trapped in bureaucratic permitting. Learn how new FER X auctions and €23B funding could lower electricity costs by 2026.
Environment · EconomyItaly's €23B EU-approved renewable program adds 37GW clean energy by 2030. Could save €17B yearly in energy costs, create 60,000 jobs, boost energy independence.
Environment · EconomyItaly's forests now exceed farmland—first time since Middle Ages. Learn how 100,000km² of woodland affects property, taxes, and mountain towns where you live.
Environment · EconomyItaly approves 14 renewable projects (530 MW) in Puglia, Lazio, Sardegna after years of delays. Projects could lower energy bills by late 2027.
Environment · EconomyItaly approves nuclear energy bill: first small reactors by 2035 may cut electricity bills, while national waste storage site targets 2039 completion.
Environment · National NewsRare tornado hit Rome's northeast districts. Learn insurance coverage, municipal aid eligibility, traffic updates, and safety steps for affected residents.
Economy · EnvironmentItaly secures €13.6 billion for renewable energy through 2028. EU blocks fuel tax cuts. Learn how this impacts your energy costs and eligibility for solar, heat pumps, and EV subsidies.
Economy · EnvironmentEU allows Italy to invest €3.6B in renewable energy and grid upgrades outside normal budget limits. New fiscal flexibility targets energy security through 2028.
National News · EnvironmentA powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Calabria Tuesday, felt across southern Italy. Learn why depth prevented damage and what residents need to know.