The EU-Italy Energy Days event, held in Turin, Italy, concluded with the prestigious awarding of the international 'PoliTO Foresight and Innovation' prize to Mario Draghi by Politecnico di Torino. The award, recognizing exceptional European expertise in promoting medium- to long-term innovation and renewal, highlighted Draghi's academic experience and institutional contributions to Italian and European institutions. The event, themed 'How to Achieve Near-Zero Emissions by 2050,' served as a platform for collaboration between Italian ministries, European institutions, and international scientists to identify sustainable energy solutions. Discussions focused on critical topics like nuclear energy, hydrogen technologies, renewable energy, and policy-making for effective decarbonization. The event underscored the importance of science in supporting energy policies and the European Commission's goals for competitiveness and decarbonization. Mario Draghi's recognition and the collaborative efforts at the event signify a positive step towards achieving sustainable energy policies and addressing climate change challenges.