Tracking environment for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Environment · PoliticsMilan City Council suspended session as 36°C heat caused voltage drops. Power grid at max capacity. What residents should know about cooling costs and outages.
Economy · EnvironmentZucchini, cherries, and seafood prices plummet across Italy this June. Learn which seasonal produce offers peak value and why these savings won't last long.
Economy · EnvironmentTerna's €23B investment doubles grid capacity, absorbs 94 GW solar/wind, cuts CO2 by 2 million tonnes. Lower electricity bills and energy security for Italy by 2034.
Environment · Health62% of summer days now exceed the 32°C safety threshold, affecting 8.2 million residents. Discover which regions are hardest hit and how Italian cities are adapting.
Environment · EconomyItaly's Trecate refinery in Novara launches major green hydrogen facility with €20M PNRR investment. Two public hydrogen stations open in Piedmont and Lombardy.
Economy · EnvironmentItalian families face €146 summer AC bills amid energy hikes. Learn how to cut costs by 49% through upgrades, supplier switching, and smart usage tactics.
Economy · EnvironmentItaly launches Europe's first industrial rare earth recycling plant in Ceccano, recovering critical materials from electronic waste. 2,000 tons capacity by 2027.
Economy · EnvironmentItaly extends renewable energy project deadlines to 2029, adding breathing room for 1 GW solar-farm and biomethane goals. New €1.2B social housing fund targets rental markets.
Environment · TourismAll 66 Friuli Venezia Giulia beaches earned excellent ratings in 2026 water tests—but missing warning signs mean you must check online before swimming.