CCI

ARERA requirement for installations over 100 kWp

The photovoltaic CCI upgrade is an obligation introduced by Resolution ARERA 385/25/R/EEL of August 5, 2025 for all systems above 100 kWp connected to Medium Voltage (MV). This measure arises from the need to ensure greater stability of the electricity grid in the presence of increasing renewable energy production: higher-capacity systems must be controllable and integrated into the grid management system.

For this reason, the installation of the Central Plant Controller (CCI) is a necessary condition to maintain regulatory compliance and avoid the suspension of GSE incentives.

Companies therefore need to implement a complete technical process that includes upgrade design, supply of the mandatory device, installation, and management of the incentive application. PV Services handles the entire photovoltaic CCI upgrade with an integrated approach, coordinating both the technical intervention and the documentation to ensure compliance within the required timelines.

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The CCI photovoltaic requirement: who needs to comply?

The obligation applies to:

Photovoltaic systems > 100 kWp
Medium Voltage connection
New and existing systems

The deadlines for the photovoltaic CCI upgrade are:

Plant power class	Connection	CCI requirement	Upgrade deadline
≥ 500 kW and < 1 MW	Medium Voltage (MV)	Installation of Central Plant Controller	December 31, 2027
≥ 100 kW and < 500 kW	Medium Voltage (MV)	Installation of Central Plant Controller	March 31, 2028

After these dates, the system will be considered non-compliant with ARERA Resolution 385/2025.

What happens if the CCI adjustment is not carried out?

Failure to comply results in:

Suspension of all incentives provided by the GSE
Application of a fee to the trader, equal to the value of the energy sold at the market energy price

This means a direct loss of revenue.
The photovoltaic CCI upgrade therefore becomes a measure of economic protection as well as regulatory compliance.

The time factor in the CCI photovoltaic grant

A financial contribution is предусмотрено for those who proceed with the upgrade.

The operating principle is simple: the earlier the application is submitted, the higher the incentive granted.

Delaying the photovoltaic CCI upgrade leads to:

Reduction of the contribution
Technical congestion as deadlines approach
Increased operational risk

What is included in our service for the installation of a photovoltaic CCI system

The installation of the photovoltaic CCI requires:

Technical analysis of the medium-voltage system

Design of the upgrade in accordance with ARERA Resolution 385/2025

Supply of the mandatory CCI device

Installation and integration into the electrical infrastructure

Full support with the grant application process

When these activities are managed in a coordinated manner, the CCI photovoltaic compliance process is completed without delays or inconsistencies, thereby facilitating the receipt of financial support and ensuring compliance with the relevant regulations.

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Industrial plants: production continuity and technical coordination

A photovoltaic system above 100 kWp is an industrial asset and must therefore be handled with appropriate care.

For this reason, the CCI upgrade must be planned to:

Avoid unplanned interruptions
Ensure regulatory compliance
Protect revenue stability

Operational coordination may also include, upon request, site management and safety and any subsequent maintenance.

What factors affect the cost of upgrading to the photovoltaic CCI?

The cost of the photovoltaic CCI upgrade depends on:

The plant power class
The existing electrical configuration
The scope of the intervention (device only or full-service management)

The cost of the photovoltaic CCI upgrade should be assessed in relation to the potential loss of incentives. In many cases, failure to comply results in a greater economic impact than the cost of the intervention.

Frequently asked questions about the CCI photovoltaic adjustment

Who must carry out the photovoltaic CCI upgrade?
All systems above 100 kWp in Medium Voltage, both new and existing.

What are the ARERA deadlines?
31/12/2027 for ≥ 500 kW and < 1 MW.
31/03/2028 for ≥ 100 kW and < 500 kW.

What are the risks without CCI?
Suspension of GSE incentives and payments to the trader.

Is a contribution provided?
Yes. The amount depends on the timing of the application submission.

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