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Law No. 239 of 2004 concerning the reorganization of the energy sector, as well as delegation to the Government for the reorganization of the energy provisions in force.

Country/Territory
Italy
Document type
Legislation
Date
2004
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Gazzetta Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana No. 215 of 13 September 2004.
Subject
Energy, Environment gen., General
Keyword
Fiscal and market measures Economic/social/cultural rights Human rights Renewable energy Basic legislation Consumer protection Internal trade Authorization/permit Business/industry/corporations Public health Energy conservation/energy production Natural gas Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Transport/storage Monitoring Climate change
Geographical area
Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Abstract

Law No. 239 of 2004 lays down energy sector fundamental principles; it also entails certain provisions that facilitate competition, ensure protection of essential service levels in respect of civil and social rights, the discipline concerning the public safety and security, and provisions on environment and ecosystem protection. Objectives and energy policy national directions, as well as the general criteria for its implementation, are elaborated and defined by the State in cooperation with the regions and the Autonomous Provinces.

Full text
Italian
Website
www.gazzettaufficiale.it