Musk emphasized that while reducing carbon emissions is crucial for preserving the planet in the long run, demonizing oil and gas in the medium term might not be practical.
He highlighted the need for industries to gradually reduce their carbon output from burning fossil fuels without vilifying these energy sources outright.
Climate Change Concerns:
He expressed his belief that climate change’s current alarm might be exaggerated in the short term, cautioning that an overly drastic approach to environmental issues could lead to societal disillusionment about the future.
Investment and Demographics in Italy:
Regarding potential investments in Italy, Musk raised concerns about the country’s declining birth rate.
He stressed the importance of incentivizing families to have more children, stating that a dwindling workforce could pose challenges for the nation’s future if not addressed, emphasizing the necessity of solutions beyond relying solely on immigration.
Addressing Demographic Crisis:
Italy’s efforts to tackle its demographic crisis, evidenced by earmarked funds in the budget and concerns over declining birth rates, were acknowledged by Musk.
Italy has seen a continuous decline in birth rates, a trend that spans over a decade and is of national concern.
Social Media Advertising and X Platform:
Addressing concerns about a potential decline in advertising on social media platforms, Musk appeared optimistic about the future of a social media site referred to as “X,” downplaying concerns about ad revenue declines.
