Conto Termico 3.0: Strengthened Incentives for Energy Efficiency and Thermal Renewables

The Conto Termico 3.0 marks a significant evolution of the main national incentive tool for energy efficiency interventions and thermal energy production from renewable sources in existing buildings.

The decree, adopted in 2025 by the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security, was published in the Official Gazette on Sept. 26, 2025, and came into effect on Dec. 25, 2025, with the simultaneous publication of the GSE’s Application Rules and updated PortalTermico, which govern how it is accessed and managed operationally.

A real opportunity for energy transition

With a budget of 900 million euros per year, the Conto Termico 3.0 provides capital grants to support the energy upgrading of the building stock and the adoption of high-efficiency technologies, in line with national and European decarbonization goals.

Incentives cover up to 65 percent of eligible expenses, with the possibility of up to 100 percent for specific Public Administration interventions, and include additional bonuses related to the geographic location of interventions and improved energy performance.

Conto Termico 3.0 marks a significant step forward in Italy’s primary national incentive program supporting energy efficiency improvements and renewable thermal energy generation in existing buildings.

Adopted in 2025 by the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security, the decree was published in the Official Gazette on September 26, 2025, and took effect on December 25, 2025. The measure became fully operational with the publication of the GSE Application Rules and the update of the PortalTermico platform, which define access procedures and operational requirements.

Advancing the Energy Transition Through Targeted Incentives

With an annual budget of €900 million, Conto Termico 3.0 provides capital grants to support the energy retrofit of Italy’s building stock and the deployment of high-efficiency technologies, in line with national and European decarbonization objectives.

Incentives cover:

• Up to 65% of eligible costs for most beneficiaries
• Up to 100% for specific Public Administration projects
• Additional premiums based on geographic location and measurable improvements in energy performance

Eligible Beneficiaries and Supported Measures

The program is available to:

• Public Administrations
• Companies of all sizes
• Third Sector entities
• Private individuals, households, and condominium associations

Eligible measures include:

Energy Efficiency

• Building envelope insulation
• Window and glazing replacement
• Solar shading systems
• Building automation technologies
• High-efficiency lighting systems
• Connection to district heating networks

Renewable Thermal Systems

• Heat pumps
• Solar thermal systems
• Solar cooling solutions
• High-performance biomass systems

Integrated Solutions

• Photovoltaic systems and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, eligible only when combined with the installation of heat pumps

Application Process and Disbursement Timeline

A mandatory preliminary application must be submitted before works begin. Upon completion of the project, the incentive application must be filed within 90 days.

Incentives are disbursed by the GSE:

• In a single payment for amounts up to €15,000
• In annual installments for up to five years, depending on the type and scale of the intervention

PRAXI’s Advisory Support

PRAXI supports public bodies, companies, and private clients throughout the entire process, including:

• Eligibility assessment
• Identification of the most effective technical solutions
• Management of the technical and administrative procedures required to access incentives

Our objective is to maximize both the financial return and the sustainability impact of each investment.

Complete the form below to request a preliminary project assessment and define a structured pathway toward improved energy performance and long-term sustainability.