Paris – The Italian government has announced at Cop21, currently underway in Paris, a contribution of $13 million in favor of African countries and their efforts to develop renewable energy and implement climate change mitigating actions. The commitment will be handled by the African Development Bank (AfDB). “Italy – observes the Environment Minister Gian Luca Galletti – confirms itself at the forefront in the fight against climate change and on the side of developing countries to support them towards sustainable and inclusive growth. This agreement can do a lot in Africa, for the goals we will set here in Paris and for the continent’s economic and social future. ” (9Colonne)
