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EU's AccelerateEu plan to combat energy costs includes smart working, vouchers, and family support.

EU's AccelerateEu plan to combat energy costs includes smart working, vouchers, and family support.

April 18, 2026, 9:10 pm | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The European Union is working to address energy costs: smart working, subsidized public transportation, vouchers, social tariffs, and new investments to support families, businesses, and the energy transition.
Terna reports rising electricity consumption in February 2026: renewables boom, with wind power the leading source.

Terna reports rising electricity consumption in February 2026: renewables boom, with wind power the leading source.

18 March 2026, 16:04 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
According to Terna, electricity consumption will increase by 2,1% in February 2026, with renewables at 37,9% and strong wind growth. Industry will be positive and the system will be solid during the Olympics.
Terna, Italian energy forecast for 2025: stable demand, record photovoltaic growth, and a breakthrough in storage.

Terna, Italian energy forecast for 2025: stable demand, record photovoltaic growth, and a breakthrough in storage.

January 22, 2026, 12:55 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Terna provides a snapshot of Italian electricity in 2025: demand stable at 311,3 TWh, record-breaking photovoltaic capacity, renewables exceeding targets, and growing storage capacity. The company confirms its leadership in sustainability and international ESG standards.
Siemens disappoints with its quarterly earnings and plunges on the stock market. But attention is focused on its subsidiaries, Healthineers and Energy.

Siemens disappoints with its quarterly earnings and plunges on the stock market. But attention is focused on its subsidiaries, Healthineers and Energy.

13 November 2025, 12:52 | di Gabriella Bruschi | 0
Siemens Energy - with the US company Vernova - could be among the first Western companies to participate in the reconstruction of the Syrian energy sector with a 7 billion dollar project. Jefferies is promoting it.
Terna: electricity consumption to rise by 1,2% in September 2025, photovoltaic boom and record storage capacity

Terna: electricity consumption to rise by 1,2% in September 2025, photovoltaic boom and record storage capacity

October 17, 2025, 15:42 am | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
By September 2025, electricity demand in Italy will rise to 26 billion kWh (+1,2% year-over-year). Renewables will account for 40,9% of consumption, driven by photovoltaic (+30,7%), while storage will reach record levels (+49%). Also growing are…
Terna, high-voltage grid in the Rome metropolitan area: acquisition of Rete 2 completed

Terna, high-voltage grid in the Rome metropolitan area: acquisition of Rete 2 completed

October 1, 2025, 10:28 am | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Terna has completed the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Rete 2, a company controlled by Areti, which owns part of the Acea group's high-voltage infrastructure located in the Rome metropolitan area. The first Macse auction has concluded: 10 GWh awarded...
Areti in the field to face heat wave in the Capital

Areti in the field to face heat wave in the Capital

2 July 2025, 21:54 | 0
800 technicians are involved. The service and monitoring of the electricity networks have been strengthened
Terna, first quarter profit +2,6%. CEO Di Foggia: "It is essential to invest in infrastructure"

Terna, first quarter profit +2,6%. CEO Di Foggia: "It is essential to invest in infrastructure"

15 May 2025, 12:57 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Terna closed the first quarter of the year with growing results: revenues at 901,8 million (+5,1%), Ebitda at 652,0 million (+3,8%), group net profit at 275,3 million (+2,6%). 2025 guidance confirmed. CEO Giuseppina Di Foggia: "Blackout in Spain…
Energy: more efficiency at home and on the go. The push from Gse

Energy: more efficiency at home and on the go. The push from Gse

23 March 2025, 6:36 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The Electricity Services Manager has signed two strategic agreements to promote sustainable mobility and low-consumption lighting
Terna, electricity consumption up in February (+0,6%): 29,1% covered by renewables, photovoltaic growing

Terna, electricity consumption up in February (+0,6%): 29,1% covered by renewables, photovoltaic growing

19 March 2025, 15:29 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
According to data released by Terna, the raw data shows a decrease of 2,1%, strongly influenced by the comparison with a leap year. Renewables: photovoltaic growing (+10,4%), while hydro, wind and coal decrease
Electricity: Areti, boom in adhesions to the Romaflex flexibility project

Electricity: Areti, boom in adhesions to the Romaflex flexibility project

4 March 2025, 14:46 | 0
With the last auctions in February, the number of users went from 170 to over 450, with a growth of 164% compared to October 2024
2025 utility bill bonus, green light to the decree: aid for families with ISEE up to 25 thousand euros

2025 utility bill bonus, green light to the decree: aid for families with ISEE up to 25 thousand euros

28 February 2025, 15:00 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The Council of Ministers approves the bill decree: 3 billion euros to contain the high cost of energy. The social bonus is extended up to 25 thousand euros of ISEE. Also approved is the bill on sustainable nuclear power
Terna, electricity consumption increases in January

Terna, electricity consumption increases in January

17 February 2025, 16:13 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
In January 2025, electricity demand in Italy increased by 1%, with a total requirement of 26,9 billion kWh. Renewable sources contributed 31,9% of total demand, with growth in thermoelectric production. The…
Terna, a new power line will connect Milan and Montalto di Castro: public consultation begins

Terna, a new power line will connect Milan and Montalto di Castro: public consultation begins

January 20, 2025, 15:19 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Meetings from January 21st to February 6th to present the project for the new electrical backbone to the administrations and citizens. Five regions involved
Return to nuclear power plants, signature collection for a popular initiative law begins

Return to nuclear power plants, signature collection for a popular initiative law begins

October 30, 2024, 6:43 am | di Federico Rendina | 0
The great maneuvers for the popular bill promoted by the committee led by Carlo Calenda and the Radicals are starting. In a dossier the energy scenario that would motivate the inevitability but also the convenience of the operation
Electricity Future: Agostino Re Rebaudengo Leaves the Presidency. What Will Happen to the Electricity Plan 2030?

Electricity Future: Agostino Re Rebaudengo Leaves the Presidency. What Will Happen to the Electricity Plan 2030?

October 26, 2024, 7:32 am | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The internal clash over the timing of the energy transition is at the root of the turnaround
Energy: the new Edison power plant in Campania among the most powerful in Europe. Emissions reduced

Energy: the new Edison power plant in Campania among the most powerful in Europe. Emissions reduced

October 25, 2024, 6:32 am | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The new plant can provide clean energy to more than 1 million families. The company is satisfied with the technologies used
Terna, new Sicily-Calabria electrical connection authorized: 128 million euros invested

Terna, new Sicily-Calabria electrical connection authorized: 128 million euros invested

23 September 2024, 13:41 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security has approved the “Bolano-Annunziata” project, a 380 kV alternating current submarine electrical connection that will connect the two regions
Offshore wind turbines, the summer hit: installations outside Italy that are useful against ships' CO2 emissions

Offshore wind turbines, the summer hit: installations outside Italy that are useful against ships' CO2 emissions

August 31, 2024, 6:25 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
Offshore wind farms in Italy are being fought over while a company in Belgium is extending their functions to ships
Consip launches a new tender for the supply of electricity to Public Administrations

Consip launches a new tender for the supply of electricity to Public Administrations

August 8, 2024, 11:03 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
With a volume of over 18 TWh and an estimated value of 2,6 billion euros, it is the largest electricity negotiation ever reserved for Public Administrations in Italy. The Agreement offers variable price options and energy…
Domestic charging station bonus, applications starting from 8 July: here's how to request the incentive for charging electric vehicles at home

Domestic charging station bonus, applications starting from 8 July: here's how to request the incentive for charging electric vehicles at home

6 July 2024, 6:00 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The contribution, promoted by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy, covers 80% of the costs of purchasing and installing charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. Here is all the information to request the bonus
Farming according to the Government: no panels on the ground. The objectives of the Electricity Plan are at risk

Farming according to the Government: no panels on the ground. The objectives of the Electricity Plan are at risk

3 July 2024, 6:45 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The agrisolare tender allocates 1 billion euros for non-ground panel projects. The position of photovoltaic companies against the limitation of new photovoltaic parks
Terna experiments with Internet of Underwater Things technology on underwater infrastructures

Terna experiments with Internet of Underwater Things technology on underwater infrastructures

27 May 2024, 11:58 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Terna, in collaboration with Wsense, has tested underwater sensors in the Tyrrhenian Sea to evaluate the impacts on the marine environment of underwater infrastructures, essential for the transport of electricity
Electricity exchange, Brazil joins the European Energy Exchange: what it is and what it means

Electricity exchange, Brazil joins the European Energy Exchange: what it is and what it means

22 May 2024, 10:30 | di Joseph Baselice | 0
The South American country, the seventh world producer of electricity (of which 93% from renewable sources), joins the 21 countries already present in the Leipzig-based index, and is the first outside the Europe-USA-Japan axis
Explosion at the Suviana hydroelectric power plant: dead, seriously injured and missing. Another massacre at work

Explosion at the Suviana hydroelectric power plant: dead, seriously injured and missing. Another massacre at work

April 9, 2024, 19:56 pm | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
First the roar, then the smoke: explosion at the Enel hydroelectric power plant in Bargi, Lake Suviana. Massacre in a few seconds. Firefighters working to find the missing. Lepore: "Difficulties related to water". Mattarella's condolences
Fastweb launches its electricity offers: fixed rent and green energy

Fastweb launches its electricity offers: fixed rent and green energy

April 4, 2024, 11:37 pm | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Fastweb enters the electricity market with an innovative offer: fixed monthly fee depending on consumption bands, 100% green energy and discounts for customers. Here are the first offers from Fastweb Energia
Earth Hour is today: 60 minutes in the dark as a global symbol of the fight against climate change

Earth Hour is today: 60 minutes in the dark as a global symbol of the fight against climate change

23 March 2024, 6:20 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The appointment with the event organized by the WWF returns. Tonight everyone is in the dark for an hour in favor of the Earth
Electricity bills: gradual protection service or free market? The turning point for 4,5 million non-vulnerable customers

Electricity bills: gradual protection service or free market? The turning point for 4,5 million non-vulnerable customers

19 February 2024, 14:32 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The approximately 4,5 million users who are under protection still have time to evaluate whether it is better to switch to the gradual protection service or opt for an offer on the free market
Terna: agreement with RSE for energy and environmental projects and technologies

Terna: agreement with RSE for energy and environmental projects and technologies

15 February 2024, 17:17 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The five-year agreement aims to deepen the application of processes and technologies in the field of energy and the environment with a view to the energy transition. A framework agreement has been stipulated to start collaborations on various topics
Electricity bills: here are the winners of the auction for the service with gradual protections for those who do not switch to the free market

Electricity bills: here are the winners of the auction for the service with gradual protections for those who do not switch to the free market

7 February 2024, 6:30 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The outcome of the auctions of the future service with gradual protections regarding electricity has been announced: 7 lots each for Enel and Hera, 4 for Edison, 3 for Illumia. While A2A and Iren are assigned 2 lots and one…
Acea, Areti's "RomeFlex" electric flexibility project comes to life

Acea, Areti's "RomeFlex" electric flexibility project comes to life

5 February 2024, 15:08 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The RomeFlex project, conceived by the Acea Group company, takes shape to create an advanced local flexibility market, serving all users of the capital
Barometer of wars, Biden to Netanyahu: "Two peoples, two states". Ukraine: another winter without energy. Why Russia attacks the power plants

Barometer of wars, Biden to Netanyahu: "Two peoples, two states". Ukraine: another winter without energy. Why Russia attacks the power plants

January 20, 2024, 11:25 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The US president's phone call to the Israeli prime minister is the first in almost a month amid the tension. Kiev-Moscow, due to Putin's bombings, millions of people suffer in the cold and without electricity. A document from the International Agency…
Energy Auctions: Enel and Hera win 1,4 million customers leaving protection, 70% of the share in the tender. Stocks rising in Milan

Energy Auctions: Enel and Hera win 1,4 million customers leaving protection, 70% of the share in the tender. Stocks rising in Milan

January 12, 2024, 13:37 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Out of 26 total lots at auction, Enel and Hera were awarded 7 each, the maximum allowed by antitrust rules. And the stock market celebrates
Autostrade per l'Italia energy producer. Electric current from vehicles to the entire network

Autostrade per l'Italia energy producer. Electric current from vehicles to the entire network

7 November 2023, 6:30 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
For the first time in the world, Italy is experimenting with the production of clean electricity thanks to motorway crossings.
Consip awards a mega contract worth over 3 billion for PA electricity

Consip awards a mega contract worth over 3 billion for PA electricity

October 17, 2023, 6:01 am | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The new contract for the supply of electricity was awarded for an available quantity of 18 billion kilowatt hours and a value of over 3 billion euros. There are 17 geographical lots assigned: here's which utilities have them...
Energy transition: France opens up to renewables but does not abandon nuclear power

Energy transition: France opens up to renewables but does not abandon nuclear power

October 13, 2023, 6:40 am | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The debate on energy is always current in France. Will the turning point on renewables really come? France and Germany are playing the big game in the electricity market
Electricity and gas: the end of the protected market is approaching (unless extended). What to know and what to do for the transition to the free market

Electricity and gas: the end of the protected market is approaching (unless extended). What to know and what to do for the transition to the free market

25 September 2023, 12:12 | di Matthew Lirosi | 0
Barring possible extensions, the end for the protected gas market is set for 31 December 2023, for electricity April 2024. 9,5 million families will be affected by the change. What happens and how does the transition to the free market happen?…
Energy: demand falls in 2023, says the IEA. Then more space for renewables

Energy: demand falls in 2023, says the IEA. Then more space for renewables

August 13, 2023, 6:39 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
The new Agency Report draws a chiaroscuro picture for 2023. Then the clean sources will increase. China at the top
Gas bills down for the protected market, -2,1% in July. Arera data

Gas bills down for the protected market, -2,1% in July. Arera data

August 2, 2023, 18:13 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Arera communicated the new data on the gas bill. The value of the raw material is 31,41 €/MWh. Annual spend down 10%
Catania without electricity or water, airport still closed. Palermo burns, Punta Raisi half reopened: Sicily collapsing

Catania without electricity or water, airport still closed. Palermo burns, Punta Raisi half reopened: Sicily collapsing

25 July 2023, 11:47 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
For 72 hours the province of Catania has been without electricity or drinking water with temperatures above 45 degrees. Flames throughout the island in Palermo the airport closes, but then reopens for departing flights
Electricity bill rises by 2023% in the third quarter of 0,4 for the protected market: Arera data

Electricity bill rises by 2023% in the third quarter of 0,4 for the protected market: Arera data

29 June 2023, 9:12 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
In the first quarter of 2023, the bill had fallen by 19,5% and in the second by 55% - "Possible rise in gas prices in the summer" warns the Arera
Hydroelectric in the business of European electricity companies. Letter from the big 10 to the EU for a 2050 strategy

Hydroelectric in the business of European electricity companies. Letter from the big 10 to the EU for a 2050 strategy

6 May 2023, 8:25 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
Hydroelectric energy enters the strategies of the ten largest companies in Europe. A first letter is being examined by the EU Commission
Energy: how to accumulate it in the green transition? Batteries, hydrogen and biomethane are the solutions under study

Energy: how to accumulate it in the green transition? Batteries, hydrogen and biomethane are the solutions under study

9 March 2023, 5:50 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
Energy storage is essential to get out of fossil fuels. The study by the Ref Ricerche Laboratory indicates long-term solutions. Italy One of the most exposed countries in Europe
Green light to the electricity research plan: 200 million euros for renewables and transport networks by 2024

Green light to the electricity research plan: 200 million euros for renewables and transport networks by 2024

January 2, 2023, 8:04 | di Unjust Nuncio | 0
Research on Italian electrical structures will have to further improve the quality of the service. The Ministry's partners are Enea, CNR and RSE. Decarbonization and digitization main objectives
RomeFlex: the project by Areti (Acea group) for the flexibility of the distribution networks in Rome

RomeFlex: the project by Areti (Acea group) for the flexibility of the distribution networks in Rome

December 24, 2022, 6:40 pm | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The public consultation of Areti's project to create a market for the flexibility of the electricity grid in the Rome area is online.
Enel divestments: now it's Romania's turn. Negotiations started with the Greek Ppc

Enel divestments: now it's Romania's turn. Negotiations started with the Greek Ppc

December 15, 2022, 12:36 pm | di Gabriella Bruschi | 0
To implement the disposal plan indicated last month, Enel is also negotiating 50% of the Sicilian 3Sun Gigafactory. Proceeds will be reinvested in more strategic assets and reduce debt
Terna, electricity consumption: in June 2022 +2,7% on an annual basis, record photovoltaic production

Terna, electricity consumption: in June 2022 +2,7% on an annual basis, record photovoltaic production

25 July 2022, 17:31 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
According to Terna data, the growth of photovoltaics reached record values ​​for the month of June thanks to the commissioning of 1.500 MW of new plants in the last year
UniCredit-CVA Group: agreement for the supply of green electricity produced from renewable sources

UniCredit-CVA Group: agreement for the supply of green electricity produced from renewable sources

18 July 2022, 15:54 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The Aosta Valley group will build three new solar plants in Piedmont, Lombardy and Sicily. The new facilities will be operational from 2023 and will produce 35 GWh per year
Terna grid and live works: a record in Europe with 1800 interventions and 60-90 million savings

Terna grid and live works: a record in Europe with 1800 interventions and 60-90 million savings

15 June 2022, 13:01 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
All the news on live works at Icolim in Turin from 15 to 17 June: the international event is organized by Terna at the Lingotto and returns after two years
Electricity: Terna invests 750 million to double the exchange capacity between Italy and Greece

Electricity: Terna invests 750 million to double the exchange capacity between Italy and Greece

9 June 2022, 15:58 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The new underwater work will encourage greater integration of renewable sources. Start of works in 2023, operational in 2030
Electricity, Hera: in Bologna the first example of collective self-consumption in condominiums

Electricity, Hera: in Bologna the first example of collective self-consumption in condominiums

31 May 2022, 6:26 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
It is an innovative procurement, distribution and consumption model that aims to promote the production and exchange of energy from renewable sources, born from an agreement signed with Hera Comm, a Hera Group company
Terna: revenues grow by 4,7% in the first quarter. Investments of 1,7 billion in 2022

Terna: revenues grow by 4,7% in the first quarter. Investments of 1,7 billion in 2022

11 May 2022, 15:58 | di Gabriella Bruschi | 0
Electricity transmission network operator aims to increase investments already this year - In the first quarter of 2022, net profit grows by 0,7%
Assium certifies Utility (Methane North Group), supplier of electricity and gas for companies

Assium certifies Utility (Methane North Group), supplier of electricity and gas for companies

6 May 2022, 6:15 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Reliable company sticker for "Utility", of the Methane Nord Group. The scientific committee of Assium certified the skills and ethical behavior of the electricity and gas supplier
Energy war and climate push to accelerate: solar must increase by 14 times, wind by 9 by 2050

Energy war and climate push to accelerate: solar must increase by 14 times, wind by 9 by 2050

4 May 2022, 11:57 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
A study by Ref Ricerche traces the possible scenarios of the energy transition and the development of renewables in Italy. "It's not enough to act, there are obstacles to overcome"
Eni sells 49% of Enipower to Sixth Street, global investment giant

Eni sells 49% of Enipower to Sixth Street, global investment giant

14 March 2022, 15:26 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Eni will maintain control of Enipower in operational terms and will continue to consolidate it in its balance sheet - The goal is "to free up resources for the energy transition
Acea (Areti) and Rse renew the agreement for the decarbonisation of the electricity grids

Acea (Areti) and Rse renew the agreement for the decarbonisation of the electricity grids

13 March 2022, 6:12 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The three-year agreement between Areti (Acea group) and Rse is aimed at modernizing electricity infrastructures in line with the decarbonisation objectives set by the 2030 Agenda
Energy Saving Day: Acea switches off the lights and launches educational projects in schools

Energy Saving Day: Acea switches off the lights and launches educational projects in schools

18 February 2022, 6:16 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
For International Energy Saving Day, Acea will switch off the lights of its offices for an hour and promote training activities on sustainability in schools
Assium, energy saving to guarantee the environment and bills

Assium, energy saving to guarantee the environment and bills

9 February 2022, 6:02 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
Energy saving is an increasingly important issue both from an economic point of view and for its environmental impact - Here are the advices of the utility manager Assium for the management of utilities on the occasion of the international day
Enel chooses Genoa for the grid of the future and the smart city

Enel chooses Genoa for the grid of the future and the smart city

December 2, 2021, 13:47 pm | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
The e-Distribution project will have a duration of 4 years with an investment of 10,7 million euros. Ranieri (E-Distribuzione): "It will be replicated in all areas of the country"
Hera inaugurates the fifth electrical substation in Modena Est

Hera inaugurates the fifth electrical substation in Modena Est

23 November 2021, 14:15 | di FIRSTonline editorial team | 0
An investment of 7,5 million for Hera: with the new substation in the eastern part, the Emilian city increases its energy capacity by 18%. An increase of 25% is expected by 2050
Expensive bills: the government's strategy to contain it

Expensive bills: the government's strategy to contain it

9 November 2021, 8:08 | di Silvano Bonini | 0
An increase in funds is coming in the budget maneuver and a diplomatic move in Europe - Meanwhile, a decree arrives in the Senate to be converted into law

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Generali Italia's 2026 PMI Welfare Index: companies with a "high" level of corporate welfare have tripled in ten years.

Valentina Nubola | July 1, 2026, 13:19 am

Ten years ago, companies with advanced welfare systems accounted for just over one in ten; today, they account for one in three. Generali Italia's 2026 PMI Welfare Index Report highlights higher productivity, growth, hiring, and talent attraction among the most advanced companies.

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According to the Mediobanca Research Area Report with Centro Studi Tagliacarne and Unioncamere, Italian medium-sized companies estimate turnover at +2,5% and exports at +2,7% for 2026, but global uncertainty, skills and raw materials are weighing heavily.

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Marco Bentivogli: "Plan B. The Italy of the Future." An original book that places human connections at the center of change.

Franco Locatelli | June 27, 2026, 6:20 am

Interview with Marco Bentivogli, co-author of a new book that expresses an innovative idea of ​​society and represents a...

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