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A 2019 report which provides framework for achieving sustainable, more equal and resilient societies. [Originally posted at https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/content/documents/29203wtumg_english_full_text.pdf]
A 2021 paper which argues that while challenges resulting from the coal transition should not be minimized, the sound management of job displacements can contribute to mitigating the social consequences, strengthen morale and productivity, and improve the efficiency of structural change. [Originally posted at https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/bitstream/handle/10986/35617/The-Coal-Transition-Mitigating-Social-and-Labor-Impacts.pdf?sequence=1]
A 2021 paper which is an update of a 2017 publication written for the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) in Viet Nam on a Socially Just Energy Transition in Viet Nam. This energy transition must deliver a large part of Viet Nam’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions mitigation, provide access to clean energy for all, and create opportunities for decent jobs and micro-businesses for the rural poor, women and ethnic minorities. [Originally posted at https://library.fes.de/pdf-files/bueros/vietnam/18201-20210907.pdf]
A 2020 article which provides an overview of the history and current status of 'just transitions'. [Originally posted at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214629620302437]
A 2022 study which outlines a workable climate stabilization framework for South Korea, building from the government’s own Green New Deal program as well as a number of related research studies, written by both government agencies and a range of independent researchers. [Originally posted at https://peri.umass.edu/economists/robert-pollin/item/1594-a-green-economy-transition-program-for-south-korea]
A 2021 study which analyzes the impacts of Nigeria’s climate policies on employment, GDP and emissions in keeping with revised national determined contributions (NDCs). [Originally posted at https://climatepromise.undp.org/research-and-reports/nigeria-measuring-socioeconomic-impacts-climate-policies-guide-ndc-enhancement]
A 2022 study which assess net zero business models and determine how they can be better aligned with the 'just transition'. [Originally posted at https://www.ukri.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/IUK-140122-NetZeroBusinessModelsJustTransition.pdf]
A 2022 report which compiles a collection of case studies from around that world that showcase programmes designed to address skills development of workforces for energy transitions. [Originally posted at https://iea.blob.core.windows.net/assets/953c5393-2c5b-4746-bf8e-016332380221/Skillsdevelopmentandinclusivityforcleanenergytransitions.pdf]
A 2021 report which highlights examples of national, regional and local 'just transition' happening all over the world. [Originally posted at https://www.kikonet.org/eng/just-transition-report]
A 2015 report which outlines the planning process for a 'just transition' away from coal to new industries and new jobs, where communities are supported to take control of their own future. [Originally posted at https://coalactionnetworkaotearoa.files.wordpress.com/2015/05/jac_2015_final-low-res2.pdf]
A 2021 paper which takes a closer look at 35 regions in Europe with coal industry, impacted most by the combination of expected coal sector job losses until 2030, and already existing unemployment levels (as identified in Alves Dias et al., 2018). [Originally posted at https://www.eceee.org/library/conference_proceedings/eceee_Summer_Studies/2021/4-monitoring-and-evaluation-for-a-wise-just-and-inclusive-transition/energy-poverty-and-skills-related-aspects-of-the-just-transition-of-european-coal-regions-overlaps-and-data-gaps/]
A 2021 report which concludes that ambitious climate action could result in a net employment gain of 37 million jobs across the global economy by 2030. [Originally posted at https://www.axa-im.com/news-and-experts-insights/investment-institute/sustainability/social/climate-change-how-investors-can-help-deliver-just-transition-0]
A 2019 policy brief which highlights how the Pacific Islands are at a crossroads where better jobs can be developed in response to climate change. [Originally posted at https://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/---asia/---ro-bangkok/---ilo-suva/documents/publication/wcms_712546.pdf]
A 2021 report which explores three questions, 1) Drawing on global evidence, but with a particular focus on green growth opportunities in Africa, what are the key ‘green sectors’ that hold the most potential to generate employment or economic opportunities for women and youth in urban areas?; 2) What examples exist of interventions and best practices (or potentially interesting interventions) for promoting women and youth engagement in these sectors?; 3) In the drive toward a green economy, what options are there for MUVA to best support youth and women to make the most of these opportunities in urban areas of Mozambique? [Originally posted at https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/967970/Query-58-green-growth-opportunities.pdf]
A 2021 research which focuses on the power sectors of Poland and South Africa, both strongly dependent on domestic coal, investigates the obstacles and the enablers to just energy transition paths in the two countries, and makes recommendations on how to improve those processes. [Originally posted at https://upcommons.upc.edu/bitstream/handle/2117/366075/sara-gonella-1567853-graduation-project3.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y]
A 2021 report which provides a critical overview of existing debates on skills for 'just transitions' to a greener economy. [Originally posted at https://www.oefse.at/fileadmin/content/Downloads/Publikationen/Briefingpaper/BP30-Skills-for-Green-and-Just-Transitions.pdf]

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Covid-19 and a Just Transition in India's Coal Mining Sector The COVID 19 pandemic hit India hard in early 2020, with negative GDP growth and a surge in unemployment. In the energy sector, coal fired power generation was already under pressure from overcapacity, low electricity demand growth, and increasingly competitive renewables.
Considerations for a Just and Equitable Energy Transition As the energy transition accelerates, it is our responsibility, it is our opportunity, to ensure that in addition to contributing to a healthy planet by replacing fossil fuels with clean energy sources, this is accomplished in a just and equitable manner providing prosperity for all.

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