Unpacking Just Transition: Key Elements and Insights from the JT Work Programme

This event explores the core elements of Just Transition, emphasizing its importance in integrating equitable practices into climate action to create decent jobs and enable a rapid transition. We will provide insights from the Just Transition Work Programme, discussing pathways to inclusive and sustainable climate strategies, and examine how Just Transition should be reflected in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Welcome:

• Stefan Körzell, Member of the Executive Board of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB), digital
• Eric Manzi, Deputy General Secretary International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)

Keynote: “The role of Just Transition for sustainable development”

• Jochen Flasbarth, State Secretary in the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)

Insight from the “Just Transition Work Programme” and Trade Union Perspectives:

• Patrick Rondeau, Advisor on Climate and Just Transition, FTQ

Panel Discussion: “Strengthening the Role of Labor in Climate Action”

• Ingrid-Gabriela Hoven, Managing Director at GIZ
• Frederik Moch, Director of the Structural, Industry and Service Policy Department at the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB)
• Eric Manzi

Regional approaches and national Just Transition strategies:

• Margit Norheim Lindgren, Climate and Environmental Policy Advisor, LO Norway
• Rosalina Amorim, CUT Brazil Environment Secretariat

Conclusion:

• Frederik Moch
• Diana Junquera, Co-Director, Just Transition Centre, ITUC

Moderation: Diana Junquera
Languages: English, German