The World Bank (WB) presented on Wednesday in Zagreb its Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR),highlighting that climate transition could drive sustainable growth in Croatia, especially through low-carbon and resilient investments, while noting rising heat-related risks to tourism, agriculture, and public health. Rising heat and water loss threaten tourism and agriculture in Croatia, but smart investments could reduce these losses by up to 50%, and with determination and coordinated action, Croatia can achieve its climate and development goals.The World Bank Group is ready to support Croatia on its path towards a sustainable future. Croatian Environmental Protection and Green Transition Minister Marija Vuckovic emphasized that climate policies are crucial for the long-term competitiveness of the Croatian economy and announced a EUR 1.68 billion Social Climate Fund to support vulnerable households, micro-enterprises, and transport users during the green transition. (ICE ZAGABRIA)

Fonte notizia: HRT online, 29.10.2025