Vatican City Is Now Powered By Solar
To model what this could look like, he announced that solar panels would be installed on a Vatican-owned property outside Rome, and the power generated from that could
The Vatican's solar shift is a culmination of a political and spiritual mission years in the making. In 2024, the late Pope Francis issued an apostolic letter ordering the construction of an agrivoltaic solar plant to supply the Vatican with energy from Santa Maria di Galeria. On the same site, the new solar infrastructure now stands.
Sustainable Resource Management and Renewable Energy: A Holistic Approach A cornerstone of the Vatican's sustainability strategy is the responsible management of natural resources like water and energy.
The Vatican's commitment to green energy is further exemplified by its partnership with the utility company Acea, which now supplies the state with electricity exclusively from renewable sources. This shift ensures that all the energy consumed within the Vatican's walls is entirely green, setting a powerful example for the global community.
The Vatican's path to sustainability also includes a concerted push toward digitalization to cut down on paper use. By transitioning to digital document management and administrative processes, the Vatican is reducing its reliance on paper and other resources, aligning with the global trend toward more sustainable operations.
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