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 Italy’s specific climate change initiatives aimed at supporting Africa through the Climate Fund?
**Interview with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Climate Change Initiatives at COP29**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Prime Minister Meloni. Your speech at COP29 in Baku emphasized a pragmatic approach to environmental protection. Can you elaborate on what you mean by this?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Thank you for having me. By a ”pragmatic approach,” I mean we must focus on practical solutions rather than getting caught up in ideological debates. Our planet’s future depends on effective strategies that can be implemented now, rather than theoretical ideals that might not work in practice.
**Editor:** You mentioned that Italy is allocating a significant portion of its Climate Fund to Africa. What specific initiatives does this funding support?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** We are committed to various initiatives, particularly supporting the Green Climate Fund and the Loss and Damage Fund. These programs are vital for assisting countries that are disproportionately affected by climate change. Our goal is to enhance resilience and foster sustainable development across the African continent.
**Editor:** In your speech, you stressed the importance of technological neutrality. Can you explain why this is a priority for Italy?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Absolutely. Technological neutrality means we should not favor one technology over another without careful consideration of its effectiveness. Currently, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution to replace fossil fuels. We must allow for innovation across various technologies and assess them based on their environmental impact and viability for our production and social systems.
**Editor:** what would you say to those who are concerned that the focus on fossil fuels will delay the transition to renewable energy sources?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** It’s important to understand that a gradual and well-managed transition is essential. We need to balance immediate energy needs with long-term sustainability goals. Disregarding fossil fuels too quickly could undermine our production systems and social stability, potentially causing more harm than good. Our aim is to transition responsibly while ensuring economic and social welfare.
**Editor:** Thank you, Prime Minister Meloni, for your insights. Your commitment to a balanced approach to environmental issues is clear.
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Thank you for the opportunity to discuss these critical issues. Together, we can forge a sustainable future.
