Energy Income 2024: What Is It and Who Is Eligible for the Non-Repayable Contribution?

Understanding Energy Income in 2024 and Who Qualifies for it

Energy income in 2024 is a valuable opportunity for households to benefit from a photovoltaic system at virtually no cost.
Thanks to the non-repayable contribution provided by the Energy Income Fund, families in economic difficulty can install photovoltaic panels without significant financial burden.
The funds allocated to local authorities make this initiative self-sustaining, as excess energy produced is directed back to the regions and municipalities to feed the system.

The Functioning of Energy Income 2024

Energy Income 2024 represents a regional incentive that finances the installation of renewable energy production systems, such as solar panels or photovoltaic panels.
Beneficiaries of this contribution have the right to self-consume the energy produced, meaning they can use all the energy generated in their homes free of charge.
However, there is no accumulation of excess energy, as it is redirected back into the system.

This income support cannot be combined with other state, regional, or European energy incentive schemes.
Upon acceptance of the non-repayable contribution, beneficiaries must enter into an agreement with the GSE, involving the activation of on-site energy exchange services, self-consumption, and the transfer of accrued credits to the GSE of the Region.

To be eligible for this benefit, households must meet specific income limits (Isee within 15,000 euros) and ensure a minimum operating time for the installation.
While applications for Energy Income 2024 are not yet open, instructions are expected to be provided by the GSE via an online platform shortly.

Unblocking Funds in 2023

Energy income aims to facilitate access to renewable energies in areas experiencing economic and energy hardship.
The rotating fund, which redistributes funds for photovoltaic system installations to families in economic distress, received an additional 200 million euros in 2023.
This fund, managed by the Ministry of Environment and Economic Security, will oversee national allocations.

The primary objective of this fund and the resulting energy income is to combat “energy poverty” by addressing economic and social challenges in affected regions.
While the exact disbursement criteria will be defined in a subsequent decree by the Ministry of the Environment, the fund will predominantly support Southern Italian regions, receiving 80% of the resources.

Energy Income 2024 aims to assist financially struggling families and regions with the installation of photovoltaic systems, contributing to both energy bill reduction and the adoption of renewable energy sources.
Stay updated on official regional and municipal websites for information on support interventions related to the National Fund post-decree publication.