6th
largest solar power capacity in the world (2021)
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This analysis includes a comprehensive Italy energy market report and updated datasets. It is derived from the most recent key economic indicators, supply and demand factors, oil and gas pricing trends and major energy issues and developments surrounding the energy industry. The report provides a complete picture of the country situation, dynamics, current issues and future prospects. With 2021 market data and continuous follow-up of markets news, this report brings clear and concise insights with which to tackle national energy challenges and opportunities. Browse the tabs below for a detailed table of contents, the list of graphs and tables, and details on the data files.
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6th
largest solar power capacity in the world (2021)
+6%
rise in total energy consumption in 2021
15%
of electricity demand covered by imports in 2021
Abstract
Institutions & Energy Policy
The Ministry of Ecological Transition, through Its Department for Energy and Climate (DiEC), oversees the energy sector, replacing the Ministry of Economic Development (MISE) in 2021. The Directorate General for Infrastructure and Safety of Energy and Geomineral Systems (DGISSEG) also replaced the Directorate General for Security of Supply and Energy Infrastructures (DGSAIE).
Energy Companies
Oil:
Eni (30.3% state-owned) is the national oil and gas utility. No single shareholder can hold more than 3% of the capital, and any grouping of shareholders is subject to the prior approval of the Treasury.
Energy Supply
Resources:
Italy is relatively poor in energy resources: it has limited oil reserves (82 Mt in 2021) and gas reserves, which are falling rapidly (from 199 bcm in 2000 to 45 bcm in 2021). The country also has hydroelectricity (60 TWh) and geothermal resources.
Energy Prices
Electricity:
Electricity prices are much higher than the European average, especially for industry (+44% for industry and +20% for households in 2019), due to high taxes (around 37% of end-consumer prices in 2020).
Energy Consumption
Italy's per capita energy consumption is nearly 17% lower than the EU average (2.5 toe in 2021). Electricity consumption per capita is around 5 000 kWh (5075 kWh in 2021), i.e. 8% below the EU average.
Issues & Prospects
Electricity:
The National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) forecasts a low progression of electricity demand (+0.3%/year). The NECP envisions 19 GW of wind and 52 GW of solar PV capacity by 2030, which would generate 41 TWh and 73 TWh in 2030, respectively.
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In the Italy energy market report you will find the following tables:
The Italy energy market data since 1990 and up to 2021 is included in the Excel file accompanying the Italy country report.
It showcases the historical evolution, allowing users to easily work with the data.
Key Data included in the excelsheet:
The Italy country report is complemented with a national power generation dashboard (excel file) from our Power Plant Tracker Service.
Data included in the excelsheet:
Projections Data (Excel Sheet)
The Italy country dashboards are complemented with country forecasts from EnerFuture (excel file) with scenario comparison.
Data included in the excelsheet:
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