How can Italy start a dialogue on climate change and the future of the ecological transition? A recent study by Project Tempo, a European project specializing in social and electoral research, shed light on the trends and divisions that characterize the Italian electorate with respect to the climate crisis and the national policies needed to address it. After exploring Italians' growing openness to an energy mix that integrates renewables and nuclear power, new data underscore another crucial node: the thresholds of Italians' perceived economic readiness to contribute to the green transition. Despite the urgency of the climate crisis and a widespread awareness of the importance of effective action, a common theme among all constituencies is a very limited willingness to contribute financially on a voluntary basis. Italians set the maximum acceptable contribution at about 25 euros per month, with only a portion of the electorate willing to pay more. These data highlight that the personal costs of the green transition are a crucial concern for much of the population, which perceives the fight against climate change as a "zero-sum game", where sacrifices do not seem to generate immediate and tangible benefits. An uncertain or insufficient economic return can become a significant obstacle for policymakers. Although financial burdens are met with such caution, the study reveals broad cross-sectional support in the transition in favor of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Regardless of political affiliation, a majority of voters express support for increased use of sustainable energy. 94% of center-left voters are in favor of wind energy, as are 86% of center-right voters. Parties such as the Democratic Party and the 5 Star Movement show even stronger support, with 95% and 92% of their voters, respectively. Even among League voters, there is great support for renewables: with 82% in favor of wind power and 75% in favor of solar power. These voters are willing to contribute minimal amounts to the green transition: just 16% are willing to pay 25 euros per month. Support increases to 27% where green policies do not incur additional costs: a cautious but present toward a more sustainable future.