The Ministry of Environment and Energy Security has approved the Decree to incentivize Energy Communities. This includes an incentive tariff and non-repayable grants for municipalities with fewer than 5 thousand inhabitants (funded by the PNRR), and aid amounting to € 5.7 billion.
But what are CERs – Renewable Energy Communities?
A CER can include:
- groups of citizens,
- condominiums,
- SMEs,
- local authorities / associations / cooperatives
How it is established
The area for the plant and primary substation is identified.
A deed, a statute or articles of incorporation are established, focusing on the environmental, economic and social benefits.
The project is submitted to the GSE and incentives are requested.
What are the benefits of a CER?
Self-production of energy from renewable sources
Lower energy costs
New economic opportunities for the local community
Environmental benefits and openness to the sharing economy
