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Italy's solar capacity could reach 137 GW by 2040, grid operators say
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Fusion42 · 13 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Italy's solar PV capacity is projected to grow from 43.5 GW in 2025 to between 114 GW and 137 GW by 2040, driven by utility-scale and distributed solar growth. Expanding energy storage and electrification, including heat pump adoption, are critical to accommodating increased renewable generation and grid stability.
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Italy is opening its energy market with massive solar growth and storage demand, making now the time to align your clean energy projects with regional development plans if you operate energy tech or storage. Falling behind on storage solutions risks limiting your market access as the grid braces for overgeneration and electrification surges.
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