by InTrieste
The regional government of Friuli Venezia Giulia has taken a step to consolidate its role in the energy transition, approving a measure that places its publicly owned energy company, FVG Energia, under what is known in Italian law as “analogous control” — a governance framework that allows the administration to exercise direct oversight similar to that over its own departments.
The decision, approved this week by the regional executive council, formalizes FVG Energia’s position as the Region’s operational arm in implementing energy policy, particularly in the development of renewable energy projects and energy communities.
Fabio Scoccimarro, the Regional Councillor for Energy, said the move reflects a strategic choice to rely on public instruments to manage the shift toward cleaner energy. In a statement following the approval, he described FVG Energia as a tool designed to translate policy objectives into concrete actions at the local level, working closely with municipalities, businesses and residents.
Under the new framework, FVG Energia is tasked with supporting the creation of renewable energy communities, assisting in the planning of new renewable power plants and providing technical support to local governments, companies and citizens. The Region argues that direct control over the company will ensure consistency between political priorities and operational decisions, while maintaining financial balance and transparency.
The resolution also establishes a multi-year planning framework for the company, outlining its activities and organizational structure to align with broader regional strategies on energy, environmental protection and territorial development. Officials say this is intended to guarantee sustainable management and long-term continuity rather than ad hoc interventions.
Regional authorities have increasingly emphasized the role of public entities in guiding the energy transition, particularly in areas where smaller municipalities may lack the technical capacity to develop renewable projects independently. By strengthening its oversight of FVG Energia, the Friuli Venezia Giulia government aims to position itself not just as a regulator, but as an active participant in shaping the region’s energy future.
The measure comes amid wider national and European efforts to accelerate the transition to renewable energy sources, reduce emissions and increase energy independence, often through a combination of public planning and local-level initiatives.
