What to do to set up a PV or solar thermal system for the home or condominium, estimated costs, and required permitting processes.
Making a home photovoltaic system
To set up a photovoltaic system, the necessary steps are as follows:
Ask a qualified professional for a project
Request a quote from a specialized company
Verify the existence of urban planning or other constraints related to the installation site
Apply for permits from your local municipality
Realize the implantation
Send the request for grid connection to your local distributor (Areti spa for Rome)
Apply to the Manager of Energy Services (GSE) for access to the incentive of Dedicated Withdrawal (RID) via web portal
Regarding constraints and permitting processes, the City of Rome has implemented discussion boards with relevant bodies to simplify obtaining permits for the installation of photovoltaic systems.
Value sheet (indicative) for the implementation of a domestic photovoltaic system
Plant size and cost
- 3 kW photovoltaic system
- Required surface area: 15 to 30 square meters
- Estimated cost: €4,500(+ €3,000 with storage battery)
Incentives
- Home Bonus Deduction: €225/year for 10 years
- Dedicated withdrawal energy fed into the grid: 0.10 €/kWh
Energy flows
- Renewable energy produced: 3,600 kWh/year
- Physical self-consumption (energy saved): 1,600 kWh/year
- Energy fed into the grid: 2,000 kWh/year
Economic Flows
- Savings in utility bill: 400 €/year
- Revenue from Dedicated Withdrawal (RID): 250 €/year
Making a home solar thermal system
To set up a solar thermal system, the necessary steps are as follows:
Ask a qualified professional for a project
Request a quote from a specialized company
Verify the existence of urban planning or other constraints related to the installation site
Apply for permits from your local municipality
Build the system and connect it to your plumbing and heating system
Value sheet (indicative) for the implementation of a domestic solar thermal system
Plant size and cost
- Flat solar panels: 5 sqm
- Hot water boiler: 300 lt
- Turnkey cost: €5,000
Incentives
- Ecobonus deduction: €250/year for 10 years
- Conto termico: €1,500 in a single installment
(n.b. the two incentives cannot be combined)
Energy flows
- Gas savings for domestic hot water: 80%
Economic Flows
- Savings in utility bill : 250 €/year