The Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security has started the dialogue with the Regions for the definitive approval of the “Thermal Account 3.0” decreepromoted by the minister Gilberto Pichetto.
This provision introduces important innovations to encourage small-scale interventions aimed atenergy efficiency and the production of thermal energy from renewable sources in buildings.
But what are the main changes compared to the previous 2016 legislation? And how can they access public and private incentives? Let’s find out together.
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Expansion of the range of beneficiaries and new categories admitted
One of the main innovations of the decree is the expansion of the audience of beneficiaries. The new mechanism equates the third sector bodies at public administrationsallowing non-profit organizations to access incentives like local authorities. This step represents a significant advancement in recognizing the role of the third sector in promoting energy efficiency.
Another important update concerns the extension of incentive measures also to private non-residential buildingsso far excluded from the 2016 decree. This will allow owners of industrial warehouses, offices and other non-residential structures to improve their energy performance by benefiting from the expected contributions.
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New types of eligible interventions and eligible expenses
The Thermal Account 3.0 introduces an important expansion and diversification of eligible interventionsreflecting the evolution of the energy and technological market. Among the most significant innovations are:
- Photovoltaic solar systems with integrated storage systems, provided they are installed jointly at the replacement of heating systems traditional with a electric heat pumps.
- Charging stations for electric vehiclesa measure designed to encourage sustainable mobilitywhich is becoming increasingly closely linked to energy policies for the ecological transition.
In addition to the inclusion of new technologies, the review of spending ceilingsboth specific and absolute. This update takes into account theincrease in market priceswhich made an adjustment necessary to guarantee the real effectiveness of the incentives.
This evolution presents itself as a concrete response to the need for integrate advanced energy solutions for the construction sector, both public and private, while strengthening the strategies of decarbonisation and reduction in consumption.
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Specific incentives for small municipalities and public structures
A crucial aspect of Thermal Account 3.0 is the strengthening incentives for interventions on buildings of particular public importance, with specific attention to small municipalities and public utility facilities.
- The incentive will cover the 100% of eligible expenses for interventions carried out on buildings for public use located in municipalities with a population of up to 15,000 inhabitants. This measure aims to support smaller towns, often penalized by the lack of resources for structural energy efficiency interventions.
- Includes interventions on school buildings, hospital facilities and others health facilities – including residential, care and hospitalization facilities belonging to National Health System. This provision aligns with the provisions of Legislative Decree 104/2020, offering direct support to strategic sectors for collective well-being.
These measures guarantee a significant impact in terms of energy saving, especially in smaller and less served areas, and contribute to improving public infrastructures, with positive repercussions for the community.
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Access to incentives through energy communities
A significant innovation concerns the possibility of accessing incentives through energy communities and configurations of self-consumption. This option allows both public administrations that private individuals can come together to produce and share energy from renewable sourcesoptimizing costs and promoting sustainability.
The energy community model is configured as a concrete step towards a future based on energy sharing, encouraging the efficient use of local energy resources.
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The role of the GSE and the transitional period
To ensure effective management of the incentives provided by the Thermal Account 3.0The GSE (Energy Services Manager) will be responsible for updating the portal through which it will be possible to submit requests. This update will take place within 30 days from the entry into force of the decree, thus facilitating access to incentives for all interested parties.
Furthermore, a transitional period for them public administrations. During this phase, some provisions of the previous ministerial decree of February 16, 2016 will remain applicable, allowing a gradual transition towards the new rules introduced by Conto Termico 3.0. This choice is aimed at avoiding operational blocks and allowing progressive adaptation to the new provisions.
