Italy's Energy Sector Initiatives: Investments, Projects, and Regulatory Developments
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Italy's energy sector is seeing significant investments and regulatory developments, including €70 million for wastewater treatment by 2029, over €9 million in Emiliambiente investments by 2026, and financing of €645 million for Newcleo. The Ministry of Ecological Transition (Mase) will release a geothermal auction calendar by March.
New legislation in Emilia-Romagna aims to address gaps in renewable energy regulations. Eni is initiating the conversion process for the Ravenna CCS project.

Feb 5, 2026, 5:45 PM