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 specific actionable solutions did Prime Minister Meloni propose during her remarks at Cop29 to support environmental protection?
**Interview with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Cop29**
**Editor:** Good morning, Prime Minister Meloni. Thank you for joining us today to discuss your remarks at Cop29 in Baku. You emphasized the need for a “pragmatic approach” to environmental protection. Can you elaborate on what you mean by that?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Good morning, and thank you for having me. By a “pragmatic approach,” I mean that we must prioritize actionable solutions that focus on results rather than rigid ideologies. Protecting the environment is crucial, and we need to adopt strategies that are realistic and considerate of the socio-economic contexts we operate within.
**Editor:** You mentioned Italy’s significant financial commitment to climate initiatives, particularly in Africa. Can you explain how these funds will be utilized?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Certainly. We’re allocating over four billion euros from our Climate Fund to support various projects in Africa that aim to combat climate change. This includes contributions to the Green Climate Fund and the Loss and Damage Fund, which assist countries most affected by climate impacts. We’re also ensuring that we engage multilateral development banks to mobilize additional resources.
**Editor:** You also spoke about the importance of sustainability in the decarbonization process. How do you see this balancing act playing out for Italy?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** It’s essential to align our decarbonization efforts with the sustainability of our production and social systems. We cannot achieve success if we overlook the economic realities of our industries and communities. Technological neutrality is key; we must keep all viable energy sources on the table as we transition away from fossil fuels.
**Editor:** how do you envision Italy’s role in leading these global environmental efforts moving forward?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Italy will continue to be a proactive player in the global climate agenda. We recognize that collaboration is crucial, and we are committed to fostering international partnerships that promote effective climate action while also ensuring energy security and economic stability for our citizens.
