That amounts to 31% of the EU funds, versus the 37% prescribed. Draghi has topped this up with €9 billion of separate government borrowing, but lobbyists point out this money will not be subject to Brussels’ scrutiny and can therefore easily be revoked.
Cingolani’s illustrious scientific career has focused on areas such as robotics and nanotechnologies rather than climate change. Some observers suggested he may have been a better fit at the infrastructure ministry which went to Enrico Giovannini, who is instead a prominent expert in sustainable development.