Georgian PM highlights importance of sustainable energy sources at UN conference roundtable
The government administration said the PM had told the panel, entitled Investing in the Future of Energy: Green Hydrogen, that the current energy crisis had “clearly shown” the significance of diversifying energy sources. Photo: PM's press office
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Georgian prime minister Irakli Garibashvili highlighted the importance of developing sustainable energy sources in a roundtable discussion of the United Nations Climate Change Conference on Tuesday.
The government administration said the PM had told the panel, entitled Investing in the Future of Energy: Green Hydrogen, that the current energy crisis had “clearly shown” the significance of diversifying energy sources.
Pleased to participate in the high-level roundtable in the frames of @COP27P Summit. Held informative discussions on the importance of clean energy consumption. Ending reliance on fossil fuels & investing in alternative energy is vital for mitigating effects of climate change. pic.twitter.com/DzvuU6esNm
— Irakli Garibashvili (@GharibashviliGe) November 8, 2022
It also cited Garibashvili as saying the “existing geopolitical context” of European states looking for alternative energy sources and supply directions in the wake of the conflict in Ukraine had made Georgia's “key strategic location even more visible".
Georgia can play an important role in diversifying transport routes and ensuring Europe's energy supply. For this purpose, work is underway on the idea of laying an underwater power cable connecting Georgia and Europe in the Black Sea. This strategic project involves the creation of green renewable energy transit opportunities between the European Union and the South Caucasus region", Garibashvili said.
The PM also noted joint efforts of countries involved in the conference would make it possible to implement “historic changes”, ensure energy future and make “positive long-term changes” against climate change.