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Beyond Coal. Sustainable Alternatives for the Future of Coalfield Regions - Case Study: Alternative Development for Teruel Coalfield Region.
A 2016 study which gives an overview of post-coal transition in the Spanish region of Teruel. [Originally posted at http://archivo-es.greenpeace.org/espana/Global/espana/2016/report/cambio-climatico/BeyondCoal_Duplex.pdf]
Saying Adiós to Coal: Lessons on Just Transition from Spain
A 2020 briefing which aims to contribute to the dialogue taking place across Europe and elsewhere on coal phase-out and 'just transition' by using the Spanish case as an example. [Originally posted at https://beyond-coal.eu/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Saying-adios-to-coal-EN.pdf]
Lessons for a Successful Transition to a Low Carbon Economy
A 2018 report which explores how transitions can be better planned for, managed and delivered. It develops a typology of the interventions that can be combined to enable a successful transition. These can be applied across any sector or country. [Originally posted at https://agulhas.co.uk/app/uploads/2018/06/CIFF-Transition-Review.pdf]
Towards a Just Transition: A Review of Local and International Policy Debates
A 2021 review which presents a situational analysis of the key issues that will inform the development of South Africa’s Just Transition Framework – the practical guide that will ensure that the country’s transition to a low-emissions economy is well managed, just, and equitable. [Originally posted at https://www.tips.org.za/images/PCC_Report_Towards_a_Just_Transition_Technical_Report_No_1_A_review_of_local_and_international_policy_debate.pdf]
Just Transition Towards a Climate Neutral Society: An Analysis of Trade Union Strategies in Four European Countries
A 2020 thesis which examines how trade unions in different parts of Europe are understanding the concept of a 'just transition' and which strategies they are using to give effect to it. [Originally posted at https://is.muni.cz/th/qd76s/Master_thesis_Maschlanka.pdf]
At the Crossroads: Balancing the Financial and Social Costs of Coal Transition in China
A 2017 report which examines the current status of the coal transition in Shanxi and proposes recommendations for how reform can be managed to ensure that economic, social and environmental factors are built into the process. [Originally posted at https://www.iisd.org/system/files/publications/crossroads-balancing-financial-social-costs-coal-transition-china.pdf]
The State of Youth Engagement in the Implementation of the EU Just Transition Mechanism
A 2022 report which provides an overview of the political youth engagement activities for the development of Territorial Just Transition Plans of twelve EU Member States. [Originally posted at https://www.just-transition.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Briefing-The-state-of-youth-engagement-in-the-implementation-of-the-EU-Just-Transition-Mechanism.pdf]
Phasing Out Coal - A Just Transition Approach
A 2019 paper which focuses on finding out what a just coal transition might look like in practice. [Originally posted at https://www.etui.org/publications/working-papers/phasing-out-coal-a-just-transition-approach]
The Role of Tripartite Social Dialogue in Facilitating a Just Transition: Experiences from Selected Countries
A 2022 report which analyzes the role of tripartite social dialogue in supporting green workplaces and, more generally, promoting just transitions at enterprise level. [Originally posted https://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/---dgreports/---inst/documents/publication/wcms_854518.pdf]
A Just Transition Fund - How the EU Budget Can Best Assist in the Necessary Transition from Fossil Fuels to Sustainable Energy
A 2020 study which provides a comprehensive analysis of how the EU can best ensure a ‘just transition’ in all its territories and for all its citizens with the tools at its disposal. It provides an overview and a critical assessment of the Commission's proposal, and suggests possible amendments based on best practices from other 'just transition' initiatives. [Originally posted at https://www.bruegel.org/sites/default/files/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Bruegel-JTF-report-for-EP-BUDG2.pdf]
Just Transition Monitor: Mapping the State of Just Transition in the European Union
A 2021 Study by SOLIDAR with the main objective to map and assess the strategies, policies, measures and practices that a handful of national governments have put (or are putting) in place to advance the ecological transition in a socially just way in their country. By doing so, it aims to provide a snapshot of the state of Just Transition in the European Union (EU). [Originally posted at https://www.solidar.org/system/downloads/attachments/000/001/412/original/Just_Transition_Monitor_2021.pdf?1639657769]
Just Transition: Putting Planet, People and Jobs First
A 2020 report which brings together articles and analysis on what 'just transition' looks like in Spain, Bangladesh, Tunisia, Scotland, Argentina and Senegal. [https://www.equaltimes.org/just-transition-putting-planet#.YwJX9uxBxQI]
Union Experiences and Lessons from Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Norway, Nigeria and Spain
A 2019 report which highlights case studies of unions turning Just Transition agreements into legislation, investment, and collective bargaining agreements in Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Norway, Nigeria and Spain. [Originally posted at https://www.ituc-csi.org/IMG/pdf/191120_-_just_transition_case_studies.pdf]
Framework Agreement for a Just Transition in Coal Mining and the Sustainable Development of Mining Regions for the Period 2019/2027
A powerpoint presentation created by the La Federación de Industria, Construcción y Agro de la Unión General de Trabajadoras y Trabajadores (UGT-FICA; The Federation of Industry, Construction and Agriculture of the General Union of Workers and Workers in Spain) that outlines the nationwide agreement for Just Transition in coal mining.
Framework Agreement for a Fair Transition of Coal Mining and sustainable Development of the Mining Communities for the Period 2019-2027
This is the detailed FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT reached between the government and mining unions "FOR A FAIR TRANSITION OF COAL MINING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MINING COMMUNITIES FOR THE PERIOD 2019-2027".
The Just Transition Strategy Within the Strategic Energy and Climate Framework
In February 2019, the Government of Spain presented the Strategic Energy and Climate Framework to facilitate the modernization of the economy and move towards a sustainable and competitive model which helps slow down climate change.

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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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