Analysts generally view the news as positive, as the cuts are gentler than some had predicted and the law will end the recent standstill in the solar PV market.

The Conto Energia IV defines Italy’s solar policy through to 2016 and expects cumulative installations of 23GW.

For June to December 2011, the law foresees capping mid-to-large size installations, while it targets 1.49GW