Thermal Account 3.0 and indoor lighting: incentives of up to 100% with Novalux
The Thermal Account 3.0, introduced by Ministerial Decree of August 7, 2025, represents a concrete opportunity to upgrade indoor lighting systems, improving the energy efficiency of existing buildings and significantly reducing investment costs.
Thanks to this incentive, it is possible to obtain contributions of up to 100% of the expenditure incurred by choosing certified lighting systems that comply with the requirements, such as Novalux's Panel Performance.
What is Thermal Account 3.0?
Thermal Account 3.0 is an incentive mechanism managed by the GSE (Energy Services Manager), aimed at supporting measures to increase energy efficiency in existing buildings. As far as lighting is concerned, Title II covers measures to replace lighting systems with high-performance, low-consumption solutions.
Who can access the incentives
Access to Thermal Account 3.0 varies depending on the type of entity:
Public administrations and third sector entities (ETS)
- Eligible for all types of incentives
- Includes schools, hospitals, municipalities, and other public entities
- Can access the incentive reservation mode
Private entities
- Individuals, businesses, and economic ETS
- Eligible for incentives limited to the tertiary sector
- A preliminary application to the GSE is required before work begins
Which measures are eligible for incentives and how much can be obtained
Measures to replace indoor lighting allow for very high contributions:
- 100% of the incentive for schools, hospitals, and buildings owned by municipalities with fewer than 15,000 inhabitants
- 65% of the incentive for most projects and eligible entities
- 10% increase for components made in the EU
This makes Thermal Account 3.0 one of the most advantageous tools for lighting upgrades in the public and tertiary sectors.
Technical requirements for indoor lighting
To qualify for incentives, installed lighting systems must comply with specific technical requirements:
Mandatory certifications:
- CE marking
- Certifications issued by accredited laboratories for photometric characteristics, safety, and electromagnetic compatibility
Luminous efficiency:
- Minimum 80 lm/W for all installed systems
Color rendering index (CRI):
- CRI > 80 for indoor environments
- CRI > 60 for outdoor areas
Reduction in installed power:
- The post-intervention power must be ≤ 50% of the pre-intervention power
- In the case of systems already below the regulatory limits, eligible expenses are recalculated on the basis of the incentive-eligible power alone
How to access Thermal Account 3.0
There are two ways to access the scheme:
- Direct access: available to all eligible parties who submit their application after the work has been completed
- Incentive reservation: reserved for public administrations and energy service companies, this allows the incentive to be reserved before work begins
Required documentation
For lighting projects, the following must be provided:
- Lighting calculations for all rooms
- Summary table of lighting fixtures replaced and installed
- Complete photographic documentation
- Technical data sheets for products supplied by the manufacturer
Incentives for upgrading interior lighting with Novalux
Novalux Performance Panels: certified solutions for Conto Termico 3.0
Novalux Performance Panels, ultra-high-performance LED panels, are among the certified products eligible for incentives under Thermal Account 3.0
LED panels designed to ensure high luminous efficiency, with a color rendering index (CRI) >90, reaching luminous fluxes of over 5000lm. Ideal for environments that require maximum performance. A Novalux product certified according to G.S.E. D.M. August 7, 2025 for the Conto Termico: one more reason to choose the reliability of Novalux lighting products.
To complete the system correctly, it is necessary to combine them with the dedicated power supplies: 101349.99 (on/off) or 101353.99 (DALI/Push). Certifications and technical documentation are available on request from Novalux.
Why choose Novalux for lighting refurbishment
Choosing Novalux means relying on solutions designed to:
- Fully comply with regulatory requirements
- Maximize access to Thermal Account 3.0 incentives
- Improve visual comfort and reduce energy consumption
- Enhance public buildings and commercial spaces with reliable and certified products