This guide covers Italian photovoltaic policies in force as of March 2026, including national and regional policies, with each policy documented with its source.
1. Renovation Bonus – Main National Tax Deduction
the main instrument of Italian photovoltaic policy, applicable to almost all private residential installations.
Basic Rules
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Condition
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Rate
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Description
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Primary Residence
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50%
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Main residential dwelling
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Secondary Homes
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36%
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Other non-primary properties
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Maximum deductible
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€96,000/unit
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For each real estate unit
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Refund method
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10 annual installments
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Annually in the IRPEF declaration
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Practical Example
You install a €10,000 PV system in your primary home (battery included) → The State directly deducts €5,000 over 10 years (€500/year) → The system effectively costs you only €5,000.
What's Included
- Solar panels and related installation
- Inverter
- Storage systems / batteries — deductible as long as they are connected to a photovoltaic system
- Meter upgrade
- Ancillary works
News: Eliminated Mechanisms
The following mechanisms are NO longer available for photovoltaics from 2026:
Invoice discount: the installer applies the discount directly on the invoice, and the State no longer reimburses this portion.
Credit transfer: it is no longer possible to transfer the tax credit to third parties.
Source: Idealista News - Budget Law 2026
2. Reduced VAT Rate
Rules
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Item
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Normal
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Reduced
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Savings
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Complete PV system (materials + labor)
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22%
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10%
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-12%
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Storage batteries
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22%
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10%
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-12%
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Domestic heat pumps
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22%
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10%
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-12%
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Requirements
Residential building
Intended for family self-consumption
System up to ~20 kW (domestic use)
3. National Energy Income —Full coverage for low-income families
Low-income Italian families can install a 2-6 kW photovoltaic system completely free of charge, funded by the State.
Main rules
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Item
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Description
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Beneficiaries
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Individuals with ISEE ≤ €15,000 (4 children+): ISEE ≤ €30,000
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System size
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2 kW – 6 kW
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Location
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Applicant's registered residence
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Coverage
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100% of costs (managed by GSE)
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Total budget
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€200 million (€80 million South, €20 million Central-North)
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Practical example
Family with ISEE €12,000: installs 4 kW (~€8,000-9,000) → The State pays for everything → €0 cost → Savings on bills: ~€600-900/year
Source: GSE - Energy Income
4. Dedicated Withdrawal (RID) —Sale of surplus energy
Surplus energy produced can be sold to GSE, with monthly cash payment.
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Item
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Description
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Name
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Dedicated Withdrawal (RID)
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Operator
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GSE (Manager of Energy Services)
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Payment
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Monthly, in cash (not a tax deduction)
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Price
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Price (Zone Price), Market (Zone Price), variable monthly
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Difference with SSP
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Mechanism
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Nature
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Status
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On-site Exchange (SSP)
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Virtual compensation in the bill
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No longer available for new installations
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Dedicated Withdrawal (RID)
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Actual sale (cash payment)
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Current
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Source: GSE - Dedicated Withdrawal
5. Renewable Energy Communities (CER) —Contributions for energy communities
New for 2026: PNRR funds are finally operational — €795.5 million, the largest allocation ever for energy communities in Italy.
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Item
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Description
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Applicable area
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Municipalities with fewer than 50,000 inhabitants
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Non-repayable contribution
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Up to 40% of construction costs
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Total budget
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€795.5 million (PNRR)
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Deadline
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GSE must enter into agreements by 30/06/2026
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Completion deadline
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24 months from the agreement to become operational
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6. PNRR-PNRR Program for the South
SMEs in Southern Italy and the Islands can apply for millions of euros in non-repayable grants for PV systems — without repayment.
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Item
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Description
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Budget
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262 million €
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Beneficiaries
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Abruzzo, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Molise, Puglia, Sardinia, Sicily
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Type of Contribution
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Non-repayable grant / Non-refundable funds
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Percentage
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Up to 65% in disadvantaged Southern areas
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Deadline
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Extended to 03/03/2026
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7. Agrisolar Call —Agrisolar for agricultural businesses
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Item
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Description
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|---|---|
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Subjects
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Agricultural businesses, agricultural co-ops, agricultural landowners
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Percentage
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80% (southern regions) 65% (other regions)
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Area
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All of Italy (different rates)
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Deadline
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09/04/2026
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Eligible expenses
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Panels, batteries, building works
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Regional policies change frequently — always check the official website of your region before applying.
Conclusion
In this rapidly evolving context, choosing the right technological partner makes all the difference. GONEO positions itself as a reliable solution for those seeking quality home energy storage systems with excellent value for money, offering products designed to integrate perfectly with the incentives currently available — from storage batteries compatible with reduced VAT, to inverters optimized to maximize self-consumption and manage energy intelligently.
Investing in a home storage system in 2026 is not only a sensible economic choice — it is a concrete step towards energy independence and sustainability. With the financial tools and technologies available today, solar energy is finally within reach for all Italian families.
This document is based on the regulations in force as of March 2026. Policies may change — always verify with official sources before proceeding.
