I turned on the tree in Piazza Venezia and the lights in Via del Corso

The 2022 Holidays will be inspired by peace and energy saving: a principle that is embodied in the Christmas lights prepared on a joint initiative by Roma Capitale, the Acea Group and FAO.

The Christmas tree is lit in Piazza Venezia with the lights in Via del Corso. The mayor Roberto Gualtieri presented them, in the presence of the CEO. of Acea Fabrizio Palermo, of the director general of FAO Qu Dongyu and of the deputy director general of FAO, Maurizio Martina.

The illuminations of via del Corsothis year, are dedicated precisely to the universal theme of peace; while the tree in piazza Venezia for the first time it is powered by a photovoltaic system installed in the square which makes it possible to reduce energy consumption, in a historical moment characterized by the need to adopt virtuous behaviors in the use of the resource. Both initiatives are included in the project Let’s turn on sustainability, Rome by Light edited by ACEA.

After the brief presentation, together with the children of the Opera Theater Children’s Choir, the tree in piazza Venezia was lit, whose lighting is powered by the 16 kWp photovoltaic system, with energy storage through 25 kWh lithium-ion batteries. The system, supplied by ACEA, designed and installed by the COMAL company, allows for an expected energy saving of 27 kWh per day. The photovoltaic system, in addition to powering the lighting of the Christmas tree through the batteries, will supply any excess energy directly to the distribution network. The system allows a reduction of CO2 emissions of 17.55 kg/day which, for the entire duration of the lighting of the tree, is equivalent to 526 kg of CO2.

“Simple gestures are enough to make a difference”, underlined the Mayor. “This is the message we also intend to launch for these holidays: the traditional Christmas tree in Piazza Venezia is powered by photovoltaic panels for the first time. Which allow energy savings of up to 27 kWh per day and a reduction in CO2 emissions of over 17 kg per day. A strong, innovative choice which is not only symbolic but which intends to represent Rome’s commitment to strongly promoting a culture of sustainability, also taking into account the delicate international historical moment linked to the war in Ukraine and the continuation of a serious energy crisis. Respect for the environment, energy saving, peace: let’s celebrate this Christmas by illuminating the square and the most important street of the city with a message of trust and hope for a sustainable and supportive future”.

The lights in via del Corso were also turned on, curated by ACEA based on a project by the Medaarch company, this year dedicated to peace and dialogue. Along via del Corso, strings of lights create the effect of a starry sky, opened and closed by two artistic paintings on peace, placed in piazza Venezia and piazza del Popolo. The works, which portray a dove that gives the letter “A” to the word “Peace” to complete it, are inspired by a poster created by the artist Armando Milani in 2002, for the United Nations. The theme of peace and dialogue is then reinforced by six sentences with a message of peace which intersperse i 1,400 meters of illuminations.

A Christmas tree in every Town Hall

The project also includes, as always, the installation of a Christmas tree for each of the other fourteen Municipalities of Rome. All installations, as in the 2021 edition, were made of aluminum, with LED lights. The trees are illuminated using beams of luminous optical fiber to create enveloping decorations with diffused brightness.

WATCH THE PHOTO GALLERY WITH THE LUMINAIRES OF VIA DEL CORSO, THE TREE OF PIAZZA VENEZIA AND THE TREE OF PIAZZA SEMPIONE (Acea photo)

Finally, as in previous years, for the entire duration of the holidays it will be possible to participate in a photo contest that rewards the best shots on the Christmas lights. To take part, simply upload your photograph on the Acea Group website by 10 January using the appropriate “Roma by Light Acea” form.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is once again at Rome’s side with a series of “actions” that citizens of all ages can also undertake this Christmas to create a sustainable, inclusive and supportive community together. In Rome, as everywhere in the world, citizens are suffering the effects of rising energy, food and other primary goods prices. Global challenges affect each of us and impact our lives, especially the most fragile and vulnerable ones.

FAO, together with the city of Rome and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperationinvites citizens to join the campaign and be part of the change by being led by 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. By downloading the “Christmas in Rome” app from the gift packages placed at the foot of the tree, adults and children will be able to find concrete actions to avoid waste, respect the planet and achieve sustainability both at the table and under the tree, celebrating Christmas responsibly and in solidarity. With its special content for children and for tourists who want to make their holiday in Rome more sustainable, the App shows how we can all contribute to building a sustainable city where everyone counts and no one is left behind.

 
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