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ARTICLE · 12 MARCH 2026

The New Energy Bills Decree: Latest Developments In The Energy Sector

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Law Decree No. 21 of 20 February 2026, so called Energy Bills Decree, entered into force on 21 February 2026, following its publication in the Official Gazette on 20 February 2026.

ItalyEnergy and Natural Resources
Francesca Morra
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Chiara Miccolis
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Law Decree No. 21 of 20 February 2026, so called Energy Bills Decree, entered into force on 21 February 2026, following its publication in the Official Gazette on 20 February 2026.

The Decree must be converted into law, with possible amendments, within sixty days from its publication, otherwise, it will be retroactively forfeited.

The decree introduces significant regulatory measures in the electricity sector, impacting pricing mechanisms, the grid connection framework for renewable energy plants, and the gas sector, including biomethane. It also sets out rules for the regulation of data centres and CCUS facilities.

Conto Energia remodulation and ASOS reduction (Article 2)

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