Research and development

Enel SpA does not directly conduct research and development activities. Such projects are carried out by other Group subsidiaries and associated companies.
In 2009 the Enel Group continued its activities in the development and demonstration of innovative technologies in the capture and sequestration of CO₂, generation with renewables, distributed generation and energy efficiency, with a view to enhancing the Group’s competitiveness and ensuring its technological and environmental leadership.
In particular, Enel Produzione is engaged in “competitive research”, primarily aimed at increasing the efficiency and improving the costs and environmental compatibility of the generation process.
“System research”, conducted for the benefit of the entire Italian electrical system, governed by regulations concerning the reorganization of the electrical industry and remunerated through a specific rate component, is conducted by the associated company Cesi.