Italy has recently increased the limit of electromagnetic emissions from 6 V/m to 15 V/m, in accordance with law 214/2023. The Ministry of Business and Made in Italy highlights that this change is crucial for the development of the Italian 5G economy, as it will lead to high-performance networks that can enhance the country’s competitiveness.
To ensure efficient use of the frequency spectrum, changes have been made to the Electronic Communications Code based on the criteria outlined in the CEI 211-10 Technical Standard. These changes aim to achieve fair distribution of electromagnetic space and effectiveness in managing emissions. The increased emission limits took effect on April 29th, 2024, allowing for accelerated adoption of 5G technology and enabling infrastructure mobile operators to enhance their network capacity.
While Italy has increased its electromagnetic emission limits, it maintains strict standards compared to other European countries. The limit of 15 volts per meter is still significantly lower than the maximum limit recommended by ICNIRP, which assesses the safety of electromagnetic emissions. Despite this difference, Italy remains committed to advancing 5G technology while maintaining a focus on safety and compliance with international standards.
