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Law 116/2014 – which transposed the Competitiveness Decree (LD 91/2014) – has been published in the Official Journal. The regulation redefines the incentives granted for renewable energies, allocates 350 million Euro for improving the energy efficiency of schools and universities and establishes a 15% tax credit for investments in new machinery. The law introduces subsidised loans to increase the energy efficiency of public school and university buildings. For analysis, monitoring, audit and diagnosis, the maximum duration of the loan is ten years and the maximum amount cannot exceed 30 thousand Euro per individual building. The amount of each operation, including design and certification, cannot exceed one million Euro if the works only concern installations and 2 million Euro if, in addition to installations, the whole building is upgraded, including the building’s envelope. The regulation establishes redefinition of incentives, which will lead to cutting bills for SMEs. However, in order to be able to implement this provision, it is required to cover the costs by redefinition, even retroactive, of the incentives granted to systems for the production of energy from renewable sources. Assorinnovabili (Italian association of renewable energy producers, industry and services) has written to the European Commission requesting opening of an infringement procedure against the Italian State and has stated it will coordinate the appeals of the thousands of operators, both national and foreign “unfairly penalised by a measure unilaterally and retroactively changing the contracts signed with the ESO” To cover the charges of the electrical system, the law provides for an increase in the fixed rates of fees for energy consumption. According to Cogena (association representing firms operating in the fields of construction and distribution of cogeneration systems and energy services) the regulation represents “a new tax on energy efficiency, in other words, an incentive to inefficiency.” For investments in new capital goods intended for production facilities located in Italy and exceeding 10 thousand Euro, the law introduces a 15% tax credit broken into three annual instalments. Text of the LD - Measures for economic growth Law 116 LD91 LD91 - Annexes Law 116/2014 – which transposed the Competitiveness Decree (LD 91/2014) – has been published in the Official Journal.  The regulation redefines the incentives granted for renewable energies, allocates 350 million Euro for improving the energy efficiency of schools and universities and establishes a 15% tax credit for investments in new machinery. The law introduces subsidised loans to increase the energy efficiency of public school and university buildings.  For analysis, monitoring, audit and diagnosis, the maximum duration of the loan is ten years and the maximum amount cannot exceed 30 thousand Euro per individual building. The amount of each operation, including design and certification, cannot exceed one million Euro if the works only concern installations and 2 million Euro if, in addition to installations, the whole building is upgraded, including the building’s envelope. The regulation establishes redefinition of incentives, which will lead to cutting bills for SMEs. However, in order to be able to implement this provision, it is required to cover the costs by redefinition, even retroactive, of the incentives granted to systems for the production of energy from renewable sources.  Assorinnovabili (Italian association of renewable energy producers, industry and services) has written to the European Commission requesting opening of an infringement procedure against the Italian State and has stated it will coordinate the appeals of the thousands of operators, both national and foreign “unfairly penalised by a measure unilaterally and retroactively changing the contracts signed with the ESO” To cover the charges of the electrical system, the law provides for an increase in the fixed rates of fees for energy consumption. According to Cogena (association representing firms operating in the fields of construction and distribution of cogeneration systems and energy services) the regulation represents “a new tax on energy efficiency, in other words, an incentive to inefficiency.”  For investments in new capital goods intended for production facilities located in Italy and exceeding 10 thousand Euro, the law introduces a 15% tax credit broken into three annual instalments. Text of the LD - Measures for economic growth Law 116 LD91 LD91 - Annexes

The Aeegsi decision582/2015/R/eel of last December 2nd, has extended to the whole of next year the D1 rate which, unlike existing ones, entails owners of a heat pump as the only heating system paying always the same price for all kWh, regardless of the annual consumption volume. Unlike the other rates currently in force (D2 and D3), by which the cost of each kWh increases as consumption rises. The consequence being that clients with high annual consumption levels are the most disadvantaged. Heating with a heat pump therefore not only becomes more efficient and environmentally sustainable, but more cost effective as well. The Aeegsi decision582/2015/R/eel of last December 2nd, has extended to the whole of next year the D1 rate which, unlike existing ones, entails owners of a heat pump as the only heating system paying always the same price for all kWh, regardless of the annual consumption volume.  Unlike the other rates currently in force (D2 and D3), by which the cost of each kWh increases as consumption rises. The consequence being that clients with high annual consumption levels are the most disadvantaged. Heating with a heat pump therefore not only becomes more efficient and environmentally sustainable, but more cost effective as well.

The rate experimentation stage targeting residential clients using heat pumps as the only heating system will start on July 1st. Application of the new D1 rate is aimed £at removing obstacles to energy efficiency arising from the existing progressive structure of the fees for the supply of electricity, when devices powered by electricity and energy efficient such as heat pumps are installed.” As a matter of fact, the system currently in force entails progressive charges, i.e. a price for the kilowatts used that rises with the rise in consumption. Joining the price experimentation is on a voluntary basis and requires sending a request to the electricity provider. Decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 1 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 2 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 3 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 4 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC The rate experimentation stage targeting residential clients using heat pumps as the only heating system will start on July 1st. Application of the new D1 rate is aimed £at removing obstacles to energy efficiency arising from the existing progressive structure of the fees for the supply of electricity, when devices powered by electricity and energy efficient such as heat pumps are installed.” As a matter of fact, the system currently in force entails progressive charges, i.e. a price for the kilowatts used that rises with the rise in consumption.  Joining the price experimentation is on a voluntary basis and requires sending a request to the electricity provider.  Decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 1 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 2 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 3 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC Annex 4 to decision 20 May 2014, 9/2014 DIUC  

Today is a special day for Sabiana: we celebrate seven extraordinary individuals who, after a career dedicated with passion and commitment, are now embarking on a new chapter in their lives—their well-earned retirement.Together, they have contributed a total of 280 years of experience, professionalism, and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on our company and community. This milestone represents not only years but also stories, achievements, and shared values that have shaped Sabiana into what it is today.A heartfelt thank you to Maria Pia, Maurizio, Emilio, Marco, Mario, Mauro, and Gianluigi.Each of them has embodied the values of Sabiana, contributing with skills and humanity to create a unique work environment where daily dedication and collaboration have always been central.To all of them, we extend our sincerest gratitude and best wishes for the future. We are proud of the journey we have taken together and confident that this new phase will be filled with joy and serenity.Thank you for everything you have done for Sabiana: your legacy will always be a part of our story.

According to Harvard researchers, who published the study on Environmental Health Perspective, people who work in well aerated premises, with low CO2 and indoor pollution levels, achieve better scores in cognitive functions compared to people whose offices are less green, with pollution and CO2 levels considered to be standard. The researchers focused on the impact of room ventilation, chemicals and CO2 on workers’ cognitive functions by exposing 24 workers to different levels of CO2, ventilation and VOC concentrations, commonly emitted in offices. Participants exposed to premises with the best air quality, achieved on average double scores in cognitive performance compared to those who worked in conventional premises. The researchers also underline the impact of CO2 levels: the average score drops when the CO2 level increases. “These results point to the fact that even modest improvements in the quality of indoor air might have a deep impact on workers’ decision-making performance,” said Joseph Allen of Harvard University, the main author of the study. According to Harvard researchers, who published the study on Environmental Health Perspective, people who work in well aerated premises, with low CO2 and indoor pollution levels, achieve better scores in cognitive functions compared to people whose offices are less green, with pollution and CO2 levels considered to be standard.  The researchers focused on the impact of room ventilation, chemicals and CO2 on workers’ cognitive functions by exposing 24 workers to different levels of CO2, ventilation and VOC concentrations, commonly emitted in offices. Participants exposed to premises with the best air quality, achieved on average double scores in cognitive performance compared to those who worked in conventional premises. The researchers also underline the impact of CO2 levels: the average score drops when the CO2 level increases. “These results point to the fact that even modest improvements in the quality of indoor air might have a deep impact on workers’ decision-making performance,” said Joseph Allen of Harvard University, the main author of the study.

Upgrading hotel facilities and constructing new hospitality facilities should be subsidised with an incentive policy to operate like the ecobonus. The announcement was made by Minister Dario Franceschini during a recent audition in the Industry Commissions of the Lower and Upper Chamber. If the bonuses announced were to become real, this would be a good opportunity for Sabiana, which is able to offer innovative, high energy efficiency conditioning equipment, that assure extremely high standards in indoor air quality thanks to the Crystall filter. These features would allow hotel owners to upgrade their facilities to the top of their range, while taking advantage from the government’s bonuses. Final Text Upgrading hotel facilities and constructing new hospitality facilities should be subsidised with an incentive policy to operate like the ecobonus. The announcement was made by Minister Dario Franceschini during a recent audition in the Industry Commissions of the Lower and Upper Chamber. If the bonuses announced were to become real, this would be a good opportunity for Sabiana, which is able to offer innovative, high energy efficiency conditioning equipment, that assure extremely high standards in indoor air quality thanks to the Crystall filter. These features would allow hotel owners to upgrade their facilities to the top of their range, while taking advantage from the government’s bonuses.  Final Text

Social responsibility takes many forms, sometimes even that of an olive grove! In fact, we have adopted 30 olive trees in Salento which absorb 18,000kg/year of CO2. Replanting new trees also helps the territory in the battle to reclaim Xylella: a choice we are proud of and which helps us build Italy's "lungs" together.

RCI, the most authoritative Italian magazine in the sector of heating, air conditioning systems, hydronics and renewable energy, has published an article on “The biodiversity garden”, describing the extension of the Botanical Garden of the University of Padua, which Sabiana has contributed to. RCI, the most authoritative Italian magazine in the sector of heating, air conditioning systems, hydronics and renewable energy, has published an article on “The biodiversity garden”, describing the extension of the Botanical Garden of the University of Padua, which Sabiana has contributed to. 

This was evidenced by the just published, extensive research called OfficAir Project that the prestigious institution has conducted in eight European countries, including Italy. The results are disheartening to say the least: formaldehyde, benzene and terpenes are far above the risk threshold. The smog pollution entering from the windows, in fact, is compounded by the pollution from linoleum floors, furniture glues and paints, cleaning products, photocopiers and printers. In other words, an actual gas chamber where we spend most of our day. Still not convinced? Here are some figures: in the offices analysed in Italy, in winter, the concentration of formaldehyde, which is carcinogenic, is 15 micrograms per cubic metre while outside it stops at 4 micrograms. In the summer, the indoor level reaches 18 micrograms (9 outdoors). Taking into account that – according to CNR experts – the danger threshold is 10 micrograms, the sums soon add up. Ans this is but one of the 30 pollutants analysed by CNR. This is not scaremongering: it is widely proven that breathing polluted air is an extremely serious health hazard. The studies in the field are by now countless. And the results are unquestioned: pollution kills. In short: solutions are urgently required. The technology is already here: most offices, in fact, are air-conditioned. All it would take to address the root of the problem and allow workers to breathe clean and disinfected air, is to fit air conditioners with an effective filter. This was evidenced by the just published, extensive research called OfficAir Project that the prestigious institution has conducted in eight European countries, including Italy. The results are disheartening to say the least: formaldehyde, benzene and terpenes are far above the risk threshold. The smog pollution entering from the windows, in fact, is compounded by the pollution from linoleum floors, furniture glues and paints, cleaning products, photocopiers and printers. In other words, an actual gas chamber where we spend most of our day. Still not convinced? Here are some figures: in the offices analysed in Italy, in winter, the concentration of formaldehyde, which is carcinogenic, is 15 micrograms per cubic metre while outside it stops at 4 micrograms. In the summer, the indoor level reaches 18 micrograms (9 outdoors). Taking into account that – according to CNR experts – the danger threshold is 10 micrograms, the sums soon add up. Ans this is but one of the 30 pollutants analysed by CNR. This is not scaremongering: it is widely proven that breathing polluted air is an extremely serious health hazard. The studies in the field are by now countless. And the results are unquestioned: pollution kills. In short: solutions are urgently required. The technology is already here: most offices, in fact, are air-conditioned. All it would take to address the root of the problem and allow workers to breathe clean and disinfected air, is to fit air conditioners with an effective filter.  

This year the prestigious award of "Excellence in Profitability 2019" has been accredited to Tecn SL. The award ceremony took place in Madrid, Spain, on February 26th. Congratulations to all colleagues!