Adnkronos (Adnkronos) – Via libera del Consiglio dei ministri al dl Bollette con disposizioni urgenti per la riduzione del costo dell’energia elettrica e del gas. Attraverso un meccanismo di rimborso di una quota dei costi del gas naturale utilizzato per la produzione termoelettrica, il dl mira a una riduzione temporanea del costo dell’energia per famiglie e imprese.
Ma per “i benefici importanti” che il governo si aspetta, “ci vorrà del tempo” avverte la premier Giorgia Meloni.
The text amends Legislative Decree No. 21 of 20 February 2026, converted, with amendments, by Law No. 49 of 10 April 2026. The aim is to strengthen the effectiveness of energy cost containment measures for the benefit of end customers, in accordance with the European framework on State aid and wholesale market supervision.
Per l’energia elettrica, il decreto modifica i due meccanismi di rimborso già previsti in favore degli impianti termoelettrici alimentati a gas, che riducono il costo del combustibile e i cui effetti si riflettono, attraverso offerte più competitive sul mercato all’ingrosso, sulle bollette dei clienti finali. Con il primo, a decorrere dal 1° gennaio 2027, ulteriori componenti della tariffa di trasporto del gas naturale sono incluse fra gli oneri rimborsati agli impianti termoelettrici alimentati da gas naturale o da gas derivati.
Il rimborso è coperto mediante componenti applicate ai prelievi di energia elettrica, secondo le modalità definite dall’Autorità di regolazione per energia, reti e ambiente (ARERA).
The second mechanism provides additional reimbursement to thermoelectric producers, in an amount set by ARERA, which the decree limits to a period not exceeding eighteen months. The cost of the mechanism is covered by fees, set by ARERA, applied to the entities responsible for balancing in proportion to the electricity withdrawn.
It is estimated that, for 2027 consumption, this mechanism will generate electricity bill savings of approximately €280 for a typical small artisan business, consuming 40 megawatt-hours per year; approximately €210.000 for a large food company, consuming 30.000 megawatt-hours per year; and approximately €520.000 for an energy-intensive business with a significant share of self-generation and consuming 40.000 megawatt-hours per year.
Furthermore, in implementation of relevant European regulations, ARERA will adopt guidelines with criteria for assessing wholesale market operators' capacity withholding practices and abusive practices. The aim is to improve market transparency, strengthen competition, and facilitate the inclusion of the variable costs of non-programmable renewable sources in supply prices, benefiting end consumers. For natural gas, the decree requires ARERA to define the methods for reducing system charges applied to end customers by 2027, within the limits of the resources allocated for this purpose.
The Council of Ministers, again upon the proposal of President Giorgia Meloni, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Matteo Salvini, and Minister of Economy and Finance Giancarlo Giorgetti, also approved a decree introducing urgent provisions to ensure the continuity of administrative interventions and activities in the infrastructure and transport sector, as well as for public companies, according to the Council of Ministers' statement. The measure ensures the continuity of funding for projects already underway and the timely use of available resources, to meet schedules and provide certainty for businesses in the sector. The main innovations are listed below.
Project Finance: The rules governing concessions through project finance provided for in the Public Contracts Code (Legislative Decree No. 36 of March 31, 2023) have been updated, strengthening the guarantees of competition, transparency, and equal treatment. Proposals, whether private or solicited by the granting body, are based on competitive procedures awarded based on the best quality/price ratio, and the continuity of ongoing procedures is ensured.
Motorway sector: To ensure the safety of the Naples ring road and manage emergencies in adjacent urban areas, a fire brigade station has been established in Astroni. For the A24 and A25 motorways, the duties of the Special Commissioner for the safety of both sections have been strengthened. Until August 31, 2027, the Special Commissioner for the reconstruction of the Polcevera viaduct in Genoa (Morandi Bridge) will make the necessary decisions regarding the Fontanabuona junction on the A12 motorway.
Rail and logistics sector: resources for completing railway projects have been increased, even in the face of rising material costs. The section of the Palermo railway ring road, up to the new Politeama station, becomes national rail infrastructure and is transferred to the network operator. Measures are also planned for the Circumetnea Railway and the Consortium for the Verona Agricultural-Industrial Zone.
Airport and port sectors: for 2026, given the exceptional increase in fuel costs, the National Civil Aviation Authority may contribute to the costs of Sardinia's territorial air continuity. A new liquefied natural gas and bio-LNG storage facility in Bergeggi, in the Vado Ligure port area, has been funded, and the port of Gallipoli has been included in the jurisdiction of the Port System Authority responsible for Taranto.
Lake transport and cableways: The regulations governing government management of navigation on Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda, and Lake Como have been updated. The Extraordinary Commissioner for Cableways in Savona, whose term has been extended until December 31, 2027, will also oversee work on the "San Giuseppe" cableway station in Cairo Montenotte. Venice Lagoon: Continuity of management and maintenance of the MOSE system is guaranteed. To protect the lagoon's ecosystem and heritage and ensure equal competition among non-scheduled transport services, the rental of pleasure boats with a skipper designated by the lessee and rental for agreed-upon itineraries are not permitted.
State-owned land concessions: to bring the system into line with the European Court of Justice's guidance on Directive 2006/123/EC, a monitoring committee has been established at the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, involving Regions and Municipalities. This committee defines the criteria for identifying the scarcity of available natural resources and verifies the results.
Housing Policies: Owners may voluntarily join the Housing Plan Fund to cover the risk of non-culpable default, committing to contribute to it. The Fund for separated parents has been increased for 2027. Illegal Occupations: When a public entity acquires an illegally occupied private property, the acquisition cannot grant the occupants any rights to the property, even through other public or private entities, including associations, cooperatives, and third sector entities. Previous occupation cannot constitute a basis or priority criterion for the assignment of public housing, and any actions taken in violation of the prohibitions are null and void.
Public companies: The decree affects AMCO Spa and Bancoposta. For AMCO, a company owned by the Ministry of Economy and Finance and active in the recovery of non-performing loans, the exemption from the cost containment rules applicable to entities included in the ISTAT list is extended until March 30, 2027. For Bancoposta, the decree expands the list of activities to include the possibility of acquiring stakes in financial sector companies, insurance and reinsurance companies, as well as investment firms and asset management companies, as well as the possibility of acquiring stakes in electronic money institutions. At the same time, the possibility of holding controlling stakes in banks and financial intermediaries registered in the register referred to in Article 106 of Legislative Decree No. 385 of September 1, 1993, is expressly excluded among Bancoposta's activities. Provisions are introduced to ensure adequate oversight, including supervision, coordinated by the Bank of Italy.
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