During the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, Euronews had the opportunity to sit down with Ukraine’s environment minister, Svitlana Hrynchuk. Despite the ongoing conflict and bombing in the country, Hrynchuk emphasized that Ukraine remains dedicated to taking action on climate change and is not waiting for the destruction to cease before focusing on sustainability.
Hrynchuk highlighted the importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources and reducing carbon emissions, noting that Ukraine has set ambitious targets for achieving climate neutrality by 2050. She emphasized that the country is actively working towards these goals, despite the challenges posed by the conflict.
Ukraine’s commitment to climate action was further demonstrated by its recent initiatives, such as the introduction of a carbon tax and efforts to increase energy efficiency in buildings. Hrynchuk also discussed the importance of international cooperation in tackling climate change, stressing the need for countries to work together to address this global issue.
Overall, Ukraine’s environment minister made it clear that the country is not letting the conflict derail its efforts to build a more sustainable future. By prioritizing climate action and green initiatives, Ukraine is taking proactive steps towards addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. With a focus on renewable energy and carbon reduction measures, Ukraine is paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future, despite the challenges it faces.
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