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 initiatives will Italy undertake to promote technological neutrality in its climate action strategies?
**Interview with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Environment and Climate Action at COP29**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Prime Minister Meloni. You emphasized the need for a “pragmatic approach” to environmental protection during your speech in Baku. Can you explain what you mean by that?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Thank you for having me. When I speak of a pragmatic approach, I refer to the importance of focusing on practical solutions rather than getting caught up in ideological debates. We must recognize the complexities of transitioning to a sustainable future, especially considering the diverse economic and social contexts across countries.
**Editor:** You mentioned Italy’s commitment of over four billion euros to the Climate Fund, particularly in Africa. Why is this support so crucial?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** It’s essential because climate change disproportionately impacts developing nations. By supporting initiatives like the Green Climate Fund and the Loss and Damage Fund, we help these countries build resilience against climate impacts. It’s not just about funding; it’s about solidarity and ensuring that all nations can pursue sustainable development.
**Editor:** You also highlighted the idea of technological neutrality. Could you elaborate on this concept?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Certainly. Technological neutrality means that we should not favor one specific energy technology over another. As of now, transitioning away from fossil fuels will require a mix of solutions—renewables, nuclear, and even cleaner fossil fuel technologies. We need to ensure that our decarbonization efforts are effective and sustainable without jeopardizing our energy security.
**Editor:** What are some concrete steps Italy plans to take in support of this approach?
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Italy plans to expand investments in green technologies while promoting energy efficiency. We aim to strengthen partnerships with multilateral development banks to fund innovative projects domestically and abroad. Our goal is to foster a global conversation that values pragmatic, scientific approaches to climate challenges.
**Editor:** Thank you, Prime Minister Meloni, for sharing your insights with us today.
**Prime Minister Meloni:** Thank you for having me. Together, we can create a sustainable future for all.
