The harmonization of the Italian institutional framework for Directives 2009/28/EC and 2009/30/EC

by   Luisa Daidone

August 06, 2025

Italy have implemented the Renewable Energy Directive, in order to develop the sustainable production of biofuels.

An important decree 28/2011 was approved last year, introduced for the promotion and use of sustainable biofuels in transport.

Over the last year after, this important law a National System of Sustainability Certification for biofuels was activated.

The most important laws regarding biofuels are:

  • Decree of the Ministry of environment 11 June 2012, Amendments to the National System of Sustainability Certification of biofuels and bioliquids;
  • Decree of National System of Sustainability Certification.23 January 2012, National System of Sustainability Certification for biofuels and bioliquids;
  • Decree of the Ministry of environment of 31 March 2011, n.55 implementation of Directive 2009/30/EC;
  • Decree No. 201 of March 3, N. 28 implementation Directive 2009/28/EC.

The main important Italian laws can be found on the Virtual Library.