Rome, Sept. 30 (SANA) Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security Gilberto Pichetto Fratin affirmed Wednesday that energy resilience and artificial intelligence technology represent strategic twin pillars for Italy’s economic future and national competitiveness.
In statements reported by Italian news agency AKI, Pichetto Fratin emphasized that securing reliable energy is fundamental to sustaining corporate competitiveness and social stability, particularly during a period marked by acute international tensions.
The minister outlined Rome’s commitment to accelerating carbon reduction targets and transitioning toward a more sustainable, secure, and accessible energy grid. He highlighted plans to scale up renewable energy deployment while preparing for the integration of next-generation nuclear power options.
Pichetto Fratin noted that securing national energy capacity is critical to sustaining technological innovation, particularly the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence. While acknowledging that AI technology is inherently energy-intensive, he stressed its potential to enhance power grid efficiency, improve system resilience, and optimize consumption patterns.
To lead this dual transition, the minister called for targeted national investments in research, specialized workforce training, and modern regulatory frameworks tailored to emerging technologies.
His remarks align with policy positions stated last February, when Pichetto Fratin warned that rapid energy market shifts and geopolitical friction require urgent structural solutions to safeguard critical infrastructure.
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