Italy has recently increased the limit of electromagnetic emissions from 6 V/m in 2003 to 15 V/m, as indicated by specific devices. This move aligns with law 214/2023 and is aimed at supporting the development of the Italian 5G economy, which will lead to high-performance networks that can boost the country’s competitiveness.
To ensure efficient use of the frequency spectrum, changes have been made to the Electronic Communications Code, following the criteria outlined in CEI 211-10 Technical Standard. These changes aim to achieve fair distribution of electromagnetic space and effective management of emissions. The increased emission limits took effect on April 29, 2024, allowing for accelerated adoption of 5G technology and enabling infrastructure mobile operators to enhance their network capacity.
While Italy has increased its emission limits, it maintains stringent standards compared to other European countries. The 15 volt per meter limit is still significantly lower than the maximum limit of 61 volts per meter recommended by ICNIRP, which assesses the safety of electromagnetic emissions. Despite this increase, Italy remains committed to safety and compliance with international standards while advancing its technological capabilities.