Today 2.8 billion cubic meters of gas are produced in Italy, 50% of that produced in Adriatic offshore Ravenna.  Gas, as a source of transition to renewable energy, is confirmed as the energy we have in greater quantity at affordable prices, given that it is 0 km, in the Adriatic, and with the greatest environmental sustainability.

Ravenna is considered also capital of the Mediterranean Energy zone because many important projects for renewable energy are being developed in the Adriatic region, in addition to the production of methane gas. The first and most important offshore wind farm and an innovative floating solar park will be built in the Ravenna offshore. Eni has installed and launched an innovative system capable of transforming the energy produced by waves into electricity, also adapting to the different conditions of the sea so as to ensure high continuity in energy production. In addition, Eni has designed the ‘capture’ of CO2 and storage in disused fields, offshore Ravenna. Eni has started the decommissioning of wells and platforms that have no longer been productive for years. A contribution to the environment, but also to the circular economy because some structures may be used for new activities, such as artificial reefs, fish farms, supports for alternative energy systems, islands as a destination for boaters and sport divers.

A site of European interest has already been created in the Ravenna offshore using steel structures from disused platforms. The SIC, called Paguro, attracts thousands of underwater tourists.

The September 2021 edition of OMC will have a broader direction for the first time, embracing themes ranging from renewables, energy efficiency, decarbonisation and circular economy. In Ravenna, industry coexists with other activities such as tourism and agriculture.