Ready-to-Build Solar Projects in Italy: advisory for international investors
Sommario
- 1 Ready-to-Build Solar Projects in Italy: advisory for international investors
- 1.1 What “Ready-to-Build” really means
- 1.2 Why international investors choose RTB.SOLAR as advisor
- 1.3 Who we work with
- 1.4 Italian RTB market: typical asset profiles
- 1.5 Geographic focus
- 1.6 How our advisory engagement works: 4 steps
- 1.7 Frequently asked questions
- 1.7.1 Is RTB.SOLAR a project developer, broker or advisor?
- 1.7.2 How is your advisory fee structured?
- 1.7.3 Do you work under NDA?
- 1.7.4 What size of investment do you typically work on?
- 1.7.5 How long does a typical transaction take from first contact to closing?
- 1.7.6 Do you also cover BESS and hybrid projects?
- 1.7.7 Can we visit projects before signing the LOI?
- 1.8 Why work with us
- 1.9 📞 Start your RTB scouting in Italy
RTB.SOLAR is an Italian advisory firm dedicated to international investors looking for real Ready-to-Build (RTB) solar projects on the Italian utility-scale photovoltaic market. We support institutional investors, infrastructure funds, IPPs, EPC contractors and developers in their scouting, due diligence and acquisition processes — exclusively under NDA and through transparent advisory agreements.
In a market where most initiatives are still under development or awaiting approvals, we focus our advisory work exclusively on fully authorized, grid-approved, construction-ready assets. No speculation, no uncertainty: only verified projects with complete documentation, ready for the EPC and commissioning phase.
🎯 For international investors: we operate as your local Italian advisor, providing technical scouting, due diligence support and transaction advisory on Italian RTB solar assets. Engagement under NDA with non-circumvention clauses.
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What “Ready-to-Build” really means
In the Italian utility-scale photovoltaic market, the difference between a project idea and a bankable investment lies in its maturity level. We define “Ready-to-Build” as a project that meets all the following criteria, simultaneously and verifiably:
- ✅ Full authorization granted (Autorizzazione Unica or PAS, depending on the case)
- ✅ Grid connection approved (STMG/STMD accepted, with TICA signed)
- ✅ Land rights secured (surface rights or long-term lease, registered with public deed)
- ✅ Construction-ready engineering (executive design, civil works, electrical layout)
- ✅ Verified data room with full technical, legal and authorization documentation
- ✅ No outstanding litigation on permits, land or rights of way
This approach allows our investor clients to focus entirely on execution — EPC tendering, procurement, PPA structuring, financial close and commissioning — instead of navigating the typical authorization and grid-connection risks of greenfield projects.
Why international investors choose RTB.SOLAR as advisor
We operate exclusively on the Italian market and we know its specificities deeply. Our advisory delivers tangible value to international investors entering or expanding in Italy:
- 🇮🇹 Local market expertise: AU vs PAS pathways, regional regulations, “aree idonee” classifications (D.Lgs. 199/2021), Terna grid constraints, environmental and landscape constraints
- 🔎 Pre-qualified scouting: only projects that have passed our internal technical and legal screening enter the shortlist we present
- 📋 Due diligence support: technical, legal, urbanistic and grid-related due diligence in coordination with your in-house team and external legal counsel
- ⏱️ Reduced time-to-deal: typically 60-90 days from NDA signing to LOI, vs 6-12 months of independent scouting
- 🔐 NDA-protected workflow: all information shared exclusively under bilateral NDA with non-circumvention clauses (Italian Civil Code, art. 1175 and 1375)
- 🤝 Independence: we are not the sellers nor the holders of the assets. We act as your local advisor in the transaction.
Who we work with
RTB.SOLAR has been engaged by international and Italian operators on a range of investment profiles:
- ✔️ Infrastructure funds and institutional investors looking for Italian utility-scale assets
- ✔️ IPPs (Independent Power Producers) with growth plans in the Italian market
- ✔️ EPC contractors seeking Ready-to-Build pipeline to integrate vertically
- ✔️ Family offices and private equity with renewable energy mandates
- ✔️ Utility-scale developers looking for advanced greenfield or RTB acquisitions
- ✔️ ESCo and trading companies with PPA strategies in Italy
Italian RTB market: typical asset profiles
The Italian RTB solar pipeline today shows a few recurring asset profiles. The figures below describe representative ranges based on current market activity and reflect the typical engagements we see — not committed projects.
📍 Profile A — Single utility-scale RTB asset, Southern Italy
Typical size: 15-30 MWp on agricultural or industrial land, AU pathway, TICA at HV level. Target buyer: institutional investor or IPP. Advisory engagement: scouting, technical DD, transaction support.
📍 Profile B — Multi-asset RTB cluster
Typical size: 30-80 MWp across 2-4 sites in the same macro-region. Target buyer: infrastructure fund building a portfolio. Advisory engagement: multi-site DD, master agreement structuring, parallel transactions.
📍 Profile C — Agri-PV / dual-use RTB
Typical size: 5-20 MWp on agricultural land with vegetation/grazing compatibility. Target buyer: investor seeking PNRR incentive eligibility or sustainability-focused funds. Advisory engagement: regulatory compliance review, eligibility checks.
📍 Profile D — Brownfield RTB on ex-quarry or industrial site
Typical size: 5-25 MWp on disused quarries or industrial brownfields. Faster authorization pathway (PAS in many cases), reduced landscape constraints, lower social impact. High investor interest.
Geographic focus
We operate on the entire Italian territory, with focus differentiated by region:
- Southern Italy (Apulia, Basilicata, Sicily, Sardinia, Calabria, Campania, Molise) — high irradiation, ideal for utility-scale ground-mounted projects
- Central Italy (Lazio, Abruzzo, Tuscany, Marche, Umbria) — mix of agricultural and brownfield opportunities
- Northern Italy (Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Veneto, Piedmont) — primarily industrial rooftops, ex-quarries and former industrial sites
How our advisory engagement works: 4 steps
- 📧 Initial contact and profiling — You share your investment criteria (target MWp, region, ticket size, IRR target, timeline, PPA strategy, EPC integration). We confirm whether the criteria match the Italian market and our pipeline coverage.
- 🔐 NDA and advisory agreement — Bilateral NDA with non-circumvention clauses + advisory agreement defining the scope of services, deliverables and economic terms.
- 📋 Shortlist delivery and DD support — Pre-qualified assets matching your profile, with technical sheets, photos, cadastral maps, authorization status, grid connection status. Coordinated due diligence with your team.
- 🤝 Transaction advisory — Support during LOI negotiation, SPA structuring and closing. The transaction is signed directly between buyer and seller. RTB.SOLAR acts exclusively as advisor.
Frequently asked questions
Is RTB.SOLAR a project developer, broker or advisor?
RTB.SOLAR is an independent Italian advisor. We do not own or hold solar assets, we do not act as developers of the projects in our advisory pipeline, and we are not registered as real estate brokers. We operate as technical and commercial advisors on behalf of the clients who engage us, under a professional consulting agreement.
How is your advisory fee structured?
Our fees are regulated by the advisory agreement signed with the client. The structure is typically a combination of retainer/scoping fees for the technical and DD phase and success fee at closing, with conditions negotiated case by case based on transaction size, complexity and scope of services.
Do you work under NDA?
Yes, all information on projects and assets is shared exclusively under a bilateral NDA with non-circumvention clauses under the Italian Civil Code (artt. 1175 and 1375 on good faith). We can sign your NDA template or use ours.
What size of investment do you typically work on?
We typically engage on single assets from 5 MWp upwards and multi-asset clusters up to 100+ MWp. For very small tickets (less than 5 MWp) the advisory effort is generally not economically efficient for institutional investors.
How long does a typical transaction take from first contact to closing?
From NDA signing to LOI: typically 60-90 days. From LOI to closing of the SPA: additional 90-180 days, depending on the complexity of due diligence, legal structuring and any conditions precedent. Total: 6-9 months on average for a single asset, 9-12 months for multi-asset clusters.
Do you also cover BESS and hybrid projects?
RTB.SOLAR’s primary focus is utility-scale photovoltaic projects. However, our network covers BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) stand-alone and hybrid PV+BESS projects. For specific BESS requests we can refer you to the dedicated platform within our network.
Can we visit projects before signing the LOI?
Yes. After NDA signing and exchange of technical sheets, on-site visits are organized typically within 2-3 weeks. We coordinate with land owners, developers and technical consultants. International investor teams are welcome to visit; we provide local logistical support.
Why work with us
- Deep Italian market expertise on utility-scale PV development
- Pre-qualified projects only — no speculative early-stage opportunities
- Transparent advisory model: we are not parties in the transactions we facilitate
- Integrated network of specialized platforms covering the full PV value chain
- Track record with Italian and international institutional investors (EU, UK, Israel, USA, Asia)
- Bilingual team (Italian / English) with experience in cross-border transactions
📞 Start your RTB scouting in Italy
Contact us to discuss your investment profile and receive a first shortlist of pre-qualified RTB opportunities under NDA.
📞 For Italy-based callers: green number 800 955358 (Monday-Saturday, 8:00-19:00 CET)
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Legal disclaimer
RTB.SOLAR operates as an advisory firm in the Italian utility-scale photovoltaic sector. Engagements with clients, partners and investors are regulated by professional advisory agreements with NDA and non-circumvention clauses. RTB.SOLAR does not own or hold the assets in its advisory pipeline, does not act as developer or seller of those assets, and does not perform brokerage activities under Italian Civil Code art. 1754 or other regulated professional activities. Transactions are executed directly between the buyer and the seller of each asset. The advisory fee structure is defined case by case in the relevant agreement.