1 October 2026

The Project comprises an investment plan to modernise, expand and enhance the resilience of Italy's electricity distribution network to adverse climate events, improve the reliability and quality of electricity supply, and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources and growing electrification demand. The investments are expected to be implemented over the period 2026-2027.

The Project is intended to strengthen the resilience of the distribution infrastructure to adverse climate events, while enhancing the reliability and stability of the network and contributing to security of electricity supply through improved continuity and robustness of service.

Where and if applicable, and based on a risk-based approach as defined in the EIB Group Environmental and Social Policy, the requirements of the Environmental Impact Assessment Directive (EIA) 2011/92/EU as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU, Birds Directive 2009/147/EC and Habitats Directive 92/43/EEC will be assessed during appraisal.

The Promoter shall to ensure that contracts for implementation of the project tendered in accordance with the applicable EU procurement legislation, Directives 2014/25/EU where applicable, as well as Directive 92/13/EEC as interpreted by the Court of Justice of the EU, with publication of tender notices in the EU Official Journal, as and where required.