We need a “pragmatic approach” and not an “ideological” one if we want to protect the environment. Thus Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni spoke this morning in Baku, Azerbaijan, on the occasion of Cop29, the 29th UN Conference on climate change. “Italy intends to continue to do its part. We already allocate a large part of the over four billion euros of the Climate Fund to the African continent and we will continue to support initiatives such as the Green Climate Fund and the Loss and Damage Fund, as well as promote the involvement of multilateral development banks. It is equally a priority that the decarbonization process takes into consideration the sustainability of our production and social systems theme risks leading us astray towards success. The right path is that of technological neutrality, because currently there is no single alternative to supplying from fossil fuels”, stated the Prime Minister.
“We need a balanced energy mix to improve the transition process. We must use all available technologies. Not only renewables, but also gas, biofuels, hydrogen, CO2 capture and, in the future, nuclear fusion which could produce clean, safe and unlimited energy. Italy is at the forefront of fusion nuclear energy”, explained Meloni. “This summit, for which I thank the Azerbaijani presidency, is called to give further impetus to the commitment to limit the increase in global temperature to within 1.5 degrees,” he said. At COP28 in Dubai “we set ourselves ambitious objectives: to triple the capacity to generate renewable energy in the world and double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency by 2030. To achieve these objectives, everyone’s collaboration is needed – starting from the main greenhouse gas emitters – as well as adequate financial support”.
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What are the specific actionable strategies that Italy plans to implement in addressing climate change at COP29?
**Interview with Giorgia Meloni on COP29 and Environmental Strategies**
**Interviewer:** Good morning, Prime Minister Meloni. Thank you for joining us. You emphasized the need for a “pragmatic approach” to environmental issues at COP29. Can you elaborate on what you mean by that?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Good morning! Yes, I believe that addressing climate change requires practical solutions rather than ideology. It’s vital that we focus on actionable strategies that can deliver results for both the environment and our economies.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned Italy’s commitment to supporting initiatives like the Green Climate Fund. How significant is Italy’s financial contribution in the fight against climate change?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Italy is committed to doing its part, allocating over four billion euros to support climate initiatives, particularly in Africa. These financial resources are essential for empowering countries to cope with climate change impacts and transition to sustainable practices effectively.
**Interviewer:** You also talked about the importance of technological neutrality. Why do you believe this approach is crucial right now?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Technological neutrality is about recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to our energy needs. While the goal is decarbonization, we must ensure that our production and social systems can sustain this transition. If we dismiss certain technologies prematurely, we risk compromising our overall success in addressing climate change.
**Interviewer:** what message do you want to convey to other nations regarding their roles in combating climate change?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** I encourage all countries to adopt a similar pragmatic perspective. By collaborating and sharing innovations rather than strictly adhering to ideological divides, we can achieve more effective and sustainable outcomes for our planet.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Prime Minister Meloni. We appreciate your time.
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Thank you for having me!
