Switzerland’s Ambitious CO₂ Reduction Strategy Faces Challenges in Georgia
Switzerland aims to achieve one-third of its CO₂ reduction goals abroad, as evidenced by a project in Georgia involving Biodiesel Georgia, which produces biodiesel from used cooking oil. Despite potential financial support from Switzerland, experts highlight significant obstacles, including bureaucratic hurdles and a tightening political climate for foreign-funded environmental initiatives. With only two projects left on track and an estimated need for an additional 400 million Swiss francs to meet targets, the reality of achieving these international emissions goals remains precarious. The situation illustrates the complex nature of global carbon reduction efforts.