Energy efficiency

The year 2030 is fast approaching, marking a significant shift in environmental sustainability within EU member states. Yet, according to Legambiente, there is still much to be done in Italy.

Solar panels have become a popular and reliable energy solution in Italy, offering homeowners the opportunity to significantly reduce energy costs while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Will solar panels work in winter? This recurring question not only has an answer but is also accompanied by a series of tips to improve the efficiency of photovoltaic technology during the winter months.

Italy is a nation plagued by ageing and inefficient homes.

In 2021, households accounted for 27% of final energy consumption in the EU. Most of the final energy consumption of EU households was covered by natural gas (33.5%) and electricity (24.6%). Renewable energy accounted for 21.2%, followed by oil and oil products (9.5%) and derived heat (8.6%).

In the wake of the Green Homes Directive, the EU is also taking action to introduce a ban on gas boilers from 2029. This is a measure contained in the draft revision of the Ecodesign Regulation 813/2013/EU, which sets the specifications for the ecodesign and marketing of space heating appliances.

There is increasing debate on the new European directive on so-called 'green homes', which will lead to the renovation of thousands of buildings across Europe to bring them up to the most efficient energy classes.

The rising prices of many household expenses in Italy, with electricity and gas being the most notable, make it necessary to take action at home to keep costs down. The home improvement experts at Habitissimo have shared their tips and ideas for saving money that can be applied throughout the year.

Italy's well known Superbonus 110% is changing again under the new Meloni government. According to the latest news, Italy's new Prime Minister is considering a rate reduction and a possible extension of the deadline.

Italy's new electric car incentives for 2023 are official. The decree approved by the government is part of the fund earmarked for the automotive sector, i.e.

Self-healing concretes, heat-regulating glass, 3D-printed decks: these are the new green building materials that will change the furnishing industry in the coming years.

For many people, a second home in Italy is a way to have a refuge from the colder climates of northern Europe, a place in the sun for the summer or a place to escape the cold winter. But of course winters in Italy are themselves plenty cold and you have to keep you home warm.

Winter is almost here, and the weather is definitely already getting colder. We all know what this means: it's time to turn on the heating. Major Italian cities have just done exactly that, with cities like Milan, Bologna, Venice, and Turin turning on radiators on the 15th of October.

Replacing windows and French doors is a home improvement that becomes necessary when they are in bad condition, not only for aesthetic reasons but above all for functionality. Having to change your windows is not a regular thing and can create doubts and uncertainties, but inquiring about the d

The Minister of Ecological Transition, Roberto Cingolani, speaking on Radio Anch'io about the expected increase in electricity bills in October, said: "We need to think about how the bill is built and calculated. Each country has its own recipe.

Italy's Superbonus is a 110% tax credit of the expenditure made in order to improve a home’s energy efficiency, as well as lower its seismic risk. How does the 110 per cent superbonus work for non-residents in Italy?

Rome and Milan are among the most environmentally friendly cities in Europe.

One of Italy's latest tax deductions, included in the country's relaunch decree after the coronavirus pandemic, is the Ecobonus 100%.

The summer heat is well underway in Italy, and for those who have stayed in the city, putting up with the heat in a stuffy apartment can be a struggle. But are there ways to keep your house cool in summer in an eco-sustainable way?

How does the "ecobonus 110" or "bonus 110" work?

During the last year, there has been a lot of curiosity in Italy about the "constructions of the future" (including those printed in 3D).

An eco-sustainable or “green” house is a property that has low energy consumption and low management and maintenance costs.

Are you thinking about integrating smart home solutions into your daily life?

The guide to tax deductions for restructuring work on Italian properties, updated in May 2019, has been published on the website of the Italian Revenue Agency. Building work for the refurbishment of Italian building carried out on individual units or on the common areas in condominium buildings can