<p>Establishes the organization and operation of the Portuguese Electric System, transposing Directive (EU) 2019/944 and the Directive (EU) 2018/2011</p><p>Regarding Renewable Energy Community (REC), it states:</p><p>-RECs are an active player at the National Electric System;</p><p>-RECs are obligated to have an Entity Manager, responsible for internal and external management of the community;</p><p>-The responsibility of the Entity Manager to disclose the REC's energy sharing coefficients to the DSO;</p><p>-All energy consumers are entitled to freely join or leave an energy community;</p><p>-Articles 189º to 191º are dedicated to the definition of REC and CEC (Citizen Energy Community), their rights and obligations;</p><p>-The applied tariffs for the energy flowing in and out the RECs.</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/15-2022-177634016

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Establishes the applicable provisions to renewable energy self-consumption activities, when there is a connection with the electricity public grid, as well as activities regarding energy communities that engage in self-consumption.</p>

Link to article:

https://dre.pt/dre/detalhe/regulamento/373-2021-162753427

Regulation ; Energy Community

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Article 42-bis Self-consumption from renewable sources dictated the terms and conditions for achieving RECs.</p>

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Legislation ; Energy Community

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Identified the Adjustment of economic matches related to electricity shared by a group of self-consumers of renewable energy acting collectively in buildings and condominiums or shared in a renewable energy community.</p><p>This resolution sets the operational rules for pilot collective self-consumption and renewable energy communities, defining technical requirements, measurement criteria, and how incentives are distributed.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.arera.it/fileadmin/allegati/docs/20/318-20alla.pdf

ARERA 318/2020/R/eel ; pilot CERs ; collective self-consumption ; measurement ; regulation ; ARERA.

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Identifies the incentive tariff to remunerate renewable energy installations included in collective self-consumption and REC configurations. This decree defines the incentive scheme for pilot CERs and collective self-consumption, setting the tariff structure, eligibility criteria, and application process.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/eli/id/2020/11/16/20A06224/sg

DM 16/09/2020 ; incentives ; CERs ; GSE ; collective self-consumption ; pilot scheme.

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>This decree transposes the European RED II directive into Italian law. It defines the framework for renewable energy communities (REC) and collective self-consumption groups. It clarifies who can participate, how energy sharing works, and sets general principles for incentives.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.normattiva.it/uri-res/N2Ls?urn:nir:stato:decreto.legislativo:2021-11-08;199!vig=

Renewable Energy Communities ; Collective Self-Consumption ; RED II ; DLgs 199/2021 ; energy sharing ; incentives ; governance.

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>This resolution updates the rules for CERs and collective self-consumption, aligning them with Legislative Decree 199/2021 and expanding the operational framework beyond the pilot phase.. With this measure, the Integrated Text for Diffuse Self-Consumption was also approved. The latter prescribes the different configurations for diffuse self-consumption and the essential points.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.arera.it/fileadmin/allegati/docs/22/727-22.pdf

ARERA 727/2022/R/eel ; final CER rules ; collective self-consumption ; energy sharing ; regulation ; ARERA.

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Minister signed the REC decree, transmitting it to the Court of Accounts. Last January 23, 2024, the MASE issued the implementing decree, which stimulates the emergence and development of Renewable Energy Communities and Widespread Self Consumption in Italy. On Feb. 23, 2024, the GSE released the Operating Rules for accessing the service for widespread self-consumption and the PNRR subsidy. These rules govern how and when the incentives are recognized.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/comunicati/energia-mase-pubblicato-decreto-cer

Regulation ; Energy Community

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>oGeneration unit and load are connected by a direct line or internal network.</p><p>oIf connected to the low voltage grid, the distance between the generation unit and the load must not exceed 2 km.</p><p>oIf connected to the medium voltage grid, the distance between the generation unit and the load must not exceed 4 km.</p><p>oIf connected to the high voltage grid, the distance between the generation unit and the load must not exceed 10 km.</p><p>oIf connected to the very high voltage grid, the distance between the generation unit and the load must not exceed 20 km.</p><p>oThe distances mentioned are doubled if the generation unit and the storage facilities are in low-density areas.</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/99-2024-898705893

Legislation ; Proximity ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption ; DL 99/2024

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>o=700W – Exempt from prior control</p><p>o>700W and =30kW – Prior notification</p><p>o>30kW and =1MW – Prior registration and exploitation certificate</p><p>o>1MW – Production and exploitation license</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/15-2022-177634016

Legislation ; Installed Capacity ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption ; Generation Unit ; DL 15/2022

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Renewable electricity producers or storage facility operators with a grid connection capacity over 1 MVA must provide the municipality where the facility is located with a self-consumption unit (or electric vehicle charging stations in public spaces) equivalent to 1% of the facility’s connection capacity. This unit is to be installed in municipal buildings, public-use facilities, or, if the municipality prefers, provided to nearby communities. The producer is responsible for installing the production unit or EV charging stations at locations designated and made available by the municipality, after the municipality obtains the necessary permits. Instead of the 1% energy contribution, the municipality may opt for a one-time monetary compensation of €1,500 per MVA of assigned connection capacity. These contributions must be formalized in a protocol between the producer and the municipality, signed between the issuance of the production license and the operation license. This signed protocol is a requirement for the operation license to be granted. Municipalities cannot request any other contributions or compensations from the producers beyond what is established in this decree-law.</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/99-2024-898705893

Legislation ; Large Generation Unit ; Large Storage Unit ; Municipality ; DL 99/2024

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>The EGAC (Collective Self-Consumption Management Entity) must inform the grid operator of the method used to share the energy produced, which may be based on fixed coefficients, variable coefficients, or a combination of both, in accordance with the regulations of ERSE (Energy Services Regulatory Authority). Sharing can also be carried out using dynamic management systems, which allow real-time monitoring and optimization of energy flows. ERSE regulates the technical details, penalties for non-compliance, and the impacts on billing, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the sharing process.</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/15-2022-177634016

Legislation ; Energy Sharing ; Sharing Coefficients ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption ; DL 15/2022

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Introduces exceptional measures to simplify procedures for producing energy from renewable sources in Portugal.</p><p>Streamlines licensing and environmental evaluation for electricity production centers:</p><p>• Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) - No longer mandatory outside sensitive areas unless requested.</p><p>• Hydrogen production via electrolysis - Now regulated as non-hazardous and non-polluting.</p><p>• Timeframes - Reduced under sectoral regimes; Inaction = non-opposition.</p><p>Operational Simplifications:</p><p>• Waives need for prior operating license if grid connection is confirmed (DSO must approve still).</p><p>• Sets minimum installation requirements for renewable units (still ensure natural resource protection and biodiversity preservation).</p><p>Community Involvement:</p><p>• Mandates local engagement – Traditional farming; Native species planting; Community gardens; Local electricity supply or co-investment.</p><p>Wind Energy:</p><p>• Existing producers can inject full capacity into the grid without limits (still respecting the assigned injection capacity).</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/30-a-2022-182213906

Legislation ; Renewable Energy ; Process Simplification ; Community Involvement

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Establishes the legal framework for self-consumption and energy communities:</p><p>•Recognizes energy communities and defines their rights and obligations.</p><p>•Requires at least two members (consumers or prosumers) within the same geographical area or connected to the same distribution grid.</p><p>•Allows – Self-consumption within the community; Energy sharing and trading (e.g., net metering, virtual power plants).</p><p>•Promotes decentralization, sustainability, and community engagement in the energy sector.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.boe.es/buscar/doc.php?id=BOE-A-2019-5089

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Establishes the legal framework for the development of renewable energy self-consumption, including the possibility for energy communities to participate in self-consumption projects. It provides guidelines for the installation, operation, and administrative procedures related to self-consumption systems, including those implemented by energy communities.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2018-13593

Legislation ; Self-Consumption ; Renewable Energy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Establishes urgent measures to promote energy transition and create employment. It includes provisions to support and promote the development of renewable energy communities and their participation in the electricity market. It aims to remove barriers and facilitate the integration of energy communities into the energy system.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2020-6621

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Process Simplification

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Although this decree does not directly mention energy communities, it establishes the administrative procedure for the authorization of small-scale renewable energy installations. Energy communities often utilize small-scale installations, such as solar PV systems, for their renewable energy generation.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2014-6123

Legislation ; Renewable Energy ; Small-Scale Installations

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Establishes the economic regime for renewable energy installations, including those owned by energy communities. It sets the rules for remuneration, pricing, and economic incentives for renewable energy generation, which can be applicable to energy community projects.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2020-13591

Legislation ; Renewable Energy ; Economic Regime

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Introduces the term “energy community” for the first time in Croatian legislation, based on Article 2(11) of Directive (EU) 2019/944. Defines energy communities as:</p><p>•Legal entities with voluntary and open participation.</p><p>•Controlled by natural persons, local self-governments, or small businesses.</p><p>•Aimed at environmental, economic, or social benefits, not profit.</p><p>•May engage in – Renewable energy production; Consumption; Aggregation; Storage; Energy efficiency services; EV charging; Other energy services.</p><p>Operational Constraints:</p><p>1.All members must be connected to the same transformer.</p><p>2.Installed renewable capacity at each member must be less than 80% of their load capacity.</p><p>Current Status:</p><p>•Although the law is in force, supporting legislation to activate and regulate energy communities has not yet been introduced.</p>

Link to article:

https://narodne-novine.nn.hr/clanci/sluzbeni/2021_10_111_1940.html

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>General regulation of the electricity market and integration of energy communities in line with Directive (EU) 2019/944.</p><p>Definition of Energy Communities:</p><p>•Legal entities based on voluntary and open participation.</p><p>•Controlled by natural persons, municipalities, or small businesses.</p><p>•Aim to deliver environmental, economic, or social benefits to members or local areas, not financial profit.</p><p>Implementation Models:</p><p>1.Behind-the-meter sharing: Community shares electricity internally under a single master meter.</p><p>2.Grid-based sharing: Participants each have their own connection and share electricity via the public grid.</p><p>Regulatory Purpose:</p><p>•Ensures grid integrity and tax collection.</p><p>•Avoids disputes over grid boundaries and metering.</p><p>•Clarifies that virtual metering and customer reclassification were rejected to preserve tariff model autonomy for network companies.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.retsinformation.dk/eli/lta/2021/984

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Establishes the legal foundation for energy communities in Greece:</p><p>•Preferential treatment in competitive tenders for RES and CHP projects.</p><p>•Exemption from annual license fees for RES, CHP, and hybrid plants.</p><p>•Priority processing of production license applications by RAE.</p><p>•Inclusion in virtual net metering, allowing:</p><p>-Offset of energy consumption across community members.</p><p>-Support for vulnerable consumers and those in energy poverty.</p>

Link to article:

https://search.et.gr/el/fek/?fekId=569923

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Introduces limits and conditions for photovoltaic (PV) projects by energy communities:</p><p>•A single energy community may sign up to two Operating Support Contracts for PV plants = 500 kW each, without competitive bidding.</p><p>•After January 1, 2023, energy communities involving local authorities, or with more than 60 members may sign support contracts without prior bidding.</p>

Link to article:

https://search.et.gr/el/fek/?fekId=602745

Legislation ; Energy Community ; PV Projects

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Liberalizes participation in energy communities:</p><p>•Removes the requirement that citizens must hold most of the energy community, allowing companies to establish energy communities.</p><p>•Permits transfer of RES installations to legal entities outside the community.</p><p>•Increases virtual net metering capacity from 1 MW to 3 MW.</p>

Link to article:

https://search.et.gr/el/fek/?fekId=622462

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Company Ownership

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Align national law with EU Directives 2018/2001 and 2019/944. Key Changes Under Consultation:</p><p>•Existing energy communities must transition to Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) or Citizen Energy Communities (CECs) by April 1, 2023.</p><p>•SMEs can form RECs with at least 15 members.</p><p>•RECs can:</p><p>-Use virtual net metering for remote PV installations.</p><p>-Connect to high-voltage networks to bypass local grid congestion.</p><p>•CECs may own and manage local distribution networks.</p>

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Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Introduces several changes to DL 15/2022, which governs the organization and functioning of the Portuguese Electric System. These changes aim to align national legislation with the EU RED III Directive (2023/2413) and to accelerate the energy transition.</p><p>Regarding Renewable Energy Communities (RECs), the main changes are:</p><p>• Introduces more flexible remuneration mechanisms and incentives for self-consumption and energy community projects.</p><p>• Broadens the concept of proximity, allowing the predefined distances to be doubled if the production, consumption, and storage units are located in low-density areas.</p>

Link to article:

https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/99-2024-898705893

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>This law introduced transitional provisions enabling pilot projects for collective self-consumption and renewable energy communities before the full implementation of EU Directive 2018/2001. It was the first concrete national step for energy sharing.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.normattiva.it/uri-res/N2Ls?urn:nir:stato:legge:2020;8!vig=

Pilot Renewable Energy Communities ; Collective Self-Consumption ; Law 8/2020 ; energy sharing pilot ; transitional provisions.

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>This recent decree provides the long-term incentive scheme for renewable energy communities in Italy, fully implementing the RED II framework. It sets contributions, access to funding, and the tariff premium for shared energy.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/comunicati-stampa/firmato-il-decreto-sulle-comunita-energetiche

DM 07/12/2023 ; CER incentives ; long-term scheme ; GSE ; renewable energy communities.

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>In the Electricity Market Act (Official Gazette, Nos. 111/21 and 83/23), Article 82, paragraph 1 is amended and reads:</p><p>“(1) A closed distribution system may obtain the status of a closed distribution system if the locations referred to in Article 3, paragraph 1, point 120 of this Act have more than one system user.”</p><p>Paragraph 12 is amended and reads:</p><p>“(12) Users of a closed distribution system may freely purchase electricity from a supplier of their choice, provided that the necessary billing metering points exist.”</p><p>Paragraphs 13 and 14 are deleted.</p><p>The former paragraph 15, which becomes paragraph 13, is amended and reads:</p><p>“(13) The operator of the closed distribution system shall issue an invoice for each billing metering point of a user of the closed distribution system, which includes the fee for the use of the closed distribution system, the network usage fee, and other charges and levies prescribed by energy and tax regulations related to the use of the closed distribution system and the network.”</p><p>Former paragraphs 16 to 19 become paragraphs 14 to 17.</p><p>Article 2</p><p>In Article 126, paragraph 1, point 34 is deleted.</p><p>Former points 35 to 39 become points 34 to 38.</p><p>Article 3</p><p>In Article 136, the numerical designation before paragraph 1 is deleted.</p><p>Paragraph 2 is deleted.</p><p>Article 4</p><p>This Act shall enter into force on the eighth day following its publication in the Official Gazette.</p>

Link to article:

https://narodne-novine.nn.hr/clanci/sluzbeni/2025_02_17_165.html

Legislation ; Energy Community ; Collective Self-Consumption

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Distance constraints establish that members of a Renewable Energy Community (REC) must be geographically close to each other, typically within the same low-voltage (LV) or medium-voltage (MV) grid area. This ensures that shared electricity is efficiently distributed and legally recognized for community benefits and incentive eligibility. The exact distance may vary depending on the distribution network and regional regulations.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.normattiva.it/uri-res/N2Ls?urn:nir:stato:decreto.legislativo:2021;199

Distance constraints ; geographical proximity ; Renewable Energy Community ; Legislative Decree 199/2021 ; RED II ; energy sharing ; LV/MV grid ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>The installed capacity constraint limits the maximum power output of renewable energy installations within a REC to 1 megawatt (MW) per system. This cap ensures that projects remain small-scale and community-focused, aligning with the objectives of the RED II directive and Italian energy policy. The 1 MW limit applies to each individual installation or to the total capacity of a REC, depending on the specific configuration and participation model.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/portale/documents/d/guest/20250715_allegato_1_ro_cacer_rev2dggefim_clean_final-pdf

Installed capacity ; 1 MW limit ; Renewable Energy Community ; Decreto Ministeriale 16 maggio 2025 ; RED II ; energy policy ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>RECs must be established as legal entities, such as cooperatives, non-profit associations, or other forms recognized under Italian law. These entities must operate on the principles of open and voluntary participation, autonomy, and democratic control by their members. The governance structure must ensure transparency, accountability, and active involvement of all members in decision-making processes.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/portale/-/comunita-energetiche-firmato-il-decreto-che-modifica-la-disciplina-degli-incentivi

Legal form ; governance ; Renewable Energy Community ; Decreto Ministeriale 16 maggio 2025 ; democratic control ; transparency ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>RECs must ensure that all installations are equipped with appropriate metering systems that comply with national standards. These systems must accurately measure energy production and consumption for each member. Additionally, all installations must be connected to the national grid in accordance with the regulations set forth by the grid operator and the GSE (Gestore dei Servizi Energetici).</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/portale/-/comunita-energetiche-firmato-il-decreto-che-modifica-la-disciplina-degli-incentivi

Metering ; grid connection ; Renewable Energy Community ; Decreto Ministeriale 16 maggio 2025 ; GSE ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Energy produced within a REC must primarily be consumed by its members. The sharing of energy is subject to specific rules to ensure that it remains within the community and does not extend to external parties, unless explicitly allowed under separate agreements. The REC must establish clear mechanisms for energy distribution and billing among its members.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/portale/-/comunita-energetiche-firmato-il-decreto-che-modifica-la-disciplina-degli-incentivi

Energy sharing ; Renewable Energy Community ; Decreto Ministeriale 16 maggio 2025 ; energy distribution ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>Participation in a REC is open to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and local authorities. Members must be located within the proximity defined by the REC's statutes and must actively engage in the community's activities. The REC must ensure that participation is voluntary and that all members have equal rights and responsibilities.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/portale/-/comunita-energetiche-firmato-il-decreto-che-modifica-la-disciplina-degli-incentivi

Participation ; Renewable Energy Community ; Decreto Ministeriale 16 maggio 2025 ; membership criteria ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>RECs must ensure that their projects are operational within a specified timeframe to remain eligible for incentives. The duration of the project includes planning, installation, and commissioning phases. Delays beyond the stipulated period may result in the forfeiture of financial support.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.mase.gov.it/portale/-/comunita-energetiche-firmato-il-decreto-che-modifica-la-disciplina-degli-incentivi

Project duration ; Renewable Energy Community ; Decreto Ministeriale 16 maggio 2025 ; incentive eligibility ; Italy

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>It is not possible to share the produced energy in the energy community across the buildings of the energy community, but only possible to share the energy that is produced on the individual building and only among its residents.</p>

Link to article:

https://www.retsinformation.dk/eli/lta/2023/1248

Tariff

Date: 24/02/2026

<p>The law mandates electricity suppliers to purchase surplus electricity from end-users who produce their own power or operate self-supply facilities, provided they meet specific conditions. These include having grid connection rights and a feed-in capacity that does not exceed 500 kW, both individually and collectively within renewable energy communities.</p>

Link to article:

https://narodne-novine.nn.hr/clanci/sluzbeni/2025_05_78_1017.html

Amendment to the Renewable Energy Sources and High-Efficiency Cogeneration Act ; Feed-in Capacity limit

Date: 24/02/2026