Tracking environment for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · EnvironmentBrent crude surges past $102 amid Middle East tensions. Italian families face €700-800 extra annually in energy costs. How this impacts your budget.
Economy · EnvironmentPlenitude secures 50 GWh annual biomethane from France via Methagora partnership. Major 15-year deal supports renewable energy expansion across Europe.
Environment · EconomyKEY Expo breaks records as 500 MW solar deals signed. Expanded Agrisolare grants, new PPA options, and grid flexibility debates reshape Italy's renewable transition.
Environment · TransportationItaly's 167 ferries emit 2.4M tonnes of CO2 yearly. Learn how €700M PNRR shore power projects and electric conversion by 2026 could transform coastal air quality for residents.
Environment · EconomyAlpine herbs like arnica and gentian face extinction in Italy. Climate change and illegal harvesting threaten the €1B herbal industry and rural livelihoods.
Economy · EnvironmentSnam's 2025 results show 4% dividend boost. Its €14B plan through 2030 expands Italy's LNG capacity, hydrogen network, and CCS to secure energy future.
Economy · EnvironmentItalgas invests €16.5B to modernize Italy's gas network with AI smart meters and hydrogen-ready infrastructure. Changes coming for residents in 2026.
Environment · National News4.5 magnitude earthquake strikes near Mount Etna in Sicily. Schools closed for inspections in Catania and surrounding areas. Damage reported in Ragalna.
Transportation · EnvironmentDiscover how remote work and sustainable transport are reshaping Italy's commute patterns. One in three trips now eco-friendly, with cycling up 27% and cars declining to 60.8%.