At the General Assembly of the Green Economy, held as part of the Ecomondo fair in Rimini on November 5th and 6th, a package of eight key strategic proposals for advancing the European Green Deal was presented.
The initiative by the National Council for the Green Economy, in collaboration with Italy’s Ministry of Environment and Energy Security and supported by the European Commission, aims to promote the transition to a sustainable economy and increase engagement in areas covering climate action, renewable energy, circular economy, and sustainable mobility.
“The European Green Deal brings wide-ranging changes to address two key crises – climate challenges and the shortage of natural resources,” stated Edo Ronchi, President of the Foundation for Sustainable Development. With positive results in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving resource efficiency, Ronchi emphasizes the need to continue energy efficiency measures and invest further.
The proposals cover the following key points:
Commitment to Climate Goals – The EU has successfully reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 29 percent from 1990 to 2023. With the current trend of a five percent reduction in 2023, the goal of a 55 percent reduction by 2030 is achievable, alongside technological and economic benefits.
Energy Efficiency – Long-term support is needed to improve building energy efficiency and reduce energy costs. Italy and other high-debt countries require a European guarantee for long-term loans and support for low-income households. An information campaign to reduce energy costs is also necessary.
Renewable Energy Sources – Promotion of all renewable energy sources, including biogas, to achieve energy security.
Sustainable Mobility – Improving public transport, cycling infrastructure, and electric transportation in cities.
Circular Economy – Strengthening the market for secondary materials through new regulations and encouraging the bio-economy.
Preservation of Natural Capital – Promoting organic practices in agriculture that contribute to the conservation of natural resources.
Company Inclusion – Support for small and medium-sized enterprises in implementing ecological standards.
Financial Support – New European financial instruments to encourage private investment in sustainable development.
These strategic proposals will be submitted to European and Italian institutions with the aim of contributing to the development of sustainable policies and providing support for Europe’s green transition.
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