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Italy Bans Pv from Agricultural Land

The Italian government has issued a new decree to completely ban solar from agricultural landThe Italian government has issued a new decree to completely ban solar from agricultural land.
PV Magazine International 12:25 pm on May 7, 2024

Italy has banned large-scale photovoltaic (PV) projects on agricultural land to prevent desertification, though existing approved projects remain unaffected. The decree seeks balance between energy production and preservation of productive lands without altering tax provisions for agriculture or allowing PV in quarries, mines, railways, airports, motorway strips, industrial plants, concession areas, and protected zones.

Legislative Action: Italy prohibits large-scale solar installations on agricultural land to curb desertification.
Impact on Existing Projects: Approved PV projects are exempt from this ban.
Sector Regulation: The decree does not affect tax benefits for agriculture or restrict installations in specific industrial and infrastructural zones.
Government's Stance on Agricultural Energy Use: Emphasizes the importance of maintaining land for food production while allowing controlled energy-producing uses.
Industry Response: The solar sector criticized this decision, highlighting potential financial repercussions for investments.

https://www.pv-magazine.com/2024/05/07/italy-bans-pv-from-agricultural-land/

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