Prime Minister Meloni at the World Future Energy Summit: Italy as a reference point for energy flows between Europe and Africa
Italy aims to become the energy hub between Europe and Africa. Giorgia Meloni, at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, announces agreements with Albania and the Emirates for green energy projects.
Prime Minister Meloni at the World Future Energy Summit: Italy as a reference point for energy flows between Europe and Africa
In Abu Dhabi, during the World Future Energy Summit, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed Italy's commitment to the energy transition, calling it a historic and strategic challenge. The declared objective is Transform Italy into a central hub for energy flows between Europe and Africa, thanks to new infrastructures and interconnections.
Italy's role as an energy bridge between Europe and Africa
During her speech, Meloni underlined that the development of energy interconnections represents a milestone for a sustainable transition.If we want to make a concrete and sustainable energy transition, we must ensure that it is achieved with adequate infrastructure.“, said the Prime Minister. This approach aims to strengthen international cooperation, multiplying opportunities and benefits shared.
Energy agreements with Albania and United Arab Emirates
A key moment of the summit was the signing of theTrilateral agreement between Italy, Albania and the United Arab EmiratesThe project includes the rconstruction of infrastructures for the production of renewable energy in Albania, with a focus on photovoltaic, wind and hybrid solutions. A a significant part of this energy will be transmitted to Italy via an undersea cable in the Adriatic.
According to Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, theinfrastructure will have an estimated value of one billion euros and will be operational within three years.”An ambitious project between the two coasts of the Adriatic“, commented Meloni, highlighting the involvement of governments, private sectors and network operators. Italian Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin underlined how this initiative Italy's role as an energy hub in the Mediterranean will increase, contributing to the achievement of the climate objectives set during COP28.
Pragmatism and Innovation in Energy Transition
Meloni emphasized the importance of a pragmatic approach to the energy transition. “We will not be able to triple renewable energy generation capacity by 2030 if we continue to pursue decarbonisation at the expense of the economy.a,” he said, pointing to the need for a balance between sustainability and innovation.
The future energy mix, according to the Prime Minister, will have to include not only renewable energy but also gas, biofuels, green hydrogen and advanced technologies such as nuclear fusione. “This technology has the potential to transform energy from a geopolitical weapon into a accessible and safe resource, capable of changing history".
Vision for the future
In an inspired speech, Meloni reiterated the need to address global transformations with courage and imagination. Quoting economist Julian Simon, she said that “the main fuel to accelerate the world's progress is our wealth of knowledge; the brake is our lack of imagination".
Giorgia Meloni's participation in the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi highlights the Italy's willingness to play a central role in the global energy transition. Thanks to international collaboration and ambitious projects, the country aims to strengthen energy security and promote sustainable development, transforming challenges into opportunities for the future.
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