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just energy transition
Also known as: just energy transitions, just energy transition policies, Just Energy Transition Process
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Energy asset stranding in resource-rich developing countries and ... frontiersin.org Jun 10, 2024 7 facts
referenceIn the context of this article, a 'just energy transition' is defined as avoiding the uneven distribution of burdens and benefits related to the phase-out of fossil energy, as established by Carley and Konisky (2020).
claimThe authors of the study derive four policy recommendations categorized into economic and development policies, just energy transition policies, and research policy, which target stakeholders including development agencies, national governments of the global North, hydrogen diplomats, political decision-makers, and research funding agencies.
perspectiveThe authors of the article 'Energy asset stranding in resource-rich developing countries and...' argue that adequate compensation measures for energy-producing communities should be politically feasible and in line with a just energy transition, citing Acemoglu and Robinson (2013) and Hoffart et al. (2021).
perspectiveThe authors argue that a holistic approach with mixed-measures is required to address the implications of fossil asset stranding, highlighting the importance of a just energy transition and the Sustainable Development Goals.
perspectiveThe authors of the article 'Energy asset stranding in resource-rich developing countries and...' argue that profiting from fossil fuel imports while leaving exporting nations to deal with the consequences of climate policy violates procedural justice, which is necessary for a just energy transition.
referenceLöhr et al. (2022) examined the concept of 'just energy transition' in West Africa, specifically focusing on lessons from the past to inform a more sustainable hydrogen transition.
claimTo be in line with a just energy transition, benefit sharing must occur on three levels: (1) cross-country benefit sharing, (2) energy transition benefit sharing, and (3) community benefit sharing.
Realist Review on Just Transition Towards Low Emission, Climate ... link.springer.com Jan 5, 2026 6 facts
referenceThe article 'Fostering a Just Energy Transition: Lessons from South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme' by K. Chetty et al. (2023) analyzes the outcomes and lessons learned from South Africa's renewable energy procurement program.
claimInclusive social policies, programs, and investments for a just energy transition typically include social protection, cash transfers, and vocational training.
claimThe authors identified an imbalance of financing and funding across climate activities versus social equity and social gains activities as a significant barrier to a just energy transition.
claimInterventions focusing on physical investments in energy have delivered some positive social outcomes, though this may reflect the early stage of large-scale energy investments that include intentional social elements.
referenceAnissa Suharsono and Martha Maulidia authored the 2023 report 'What Can Indonesia Learn from South Africa’s Experience of the Just Energy Transition Process?', published by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD).
claimStakeholder engagement strategies to drive a just energy transition include ensuring ongoing consultation and citizen engagement, identifying and nurturing community champions, and co-monitoring energy interventions.
Advancing a Just Energy Transition for Low- and Middle-income ... unu.edu May 20, 2025 5 facts
claimCountries are required to implement just energy transition strategies that are specific to their local contexts and aligned with their individual national priorities.
claimTo advance a just energy transition, nations should facilitate systems for technology co-development and the development of inclusive carbon pricing.
claimA just energy transition is essential for nations to achieve the goals established by the Paris Agreement while simultaneously ensuring economic growth and social equity.
procedureTo ensure a just energy transition strategy, nations should follow these steps: (1) align support measures with the specific needs of developing countries, and (2) strengthen interministerial coordination frameworks.
claimTo support a just energy transition, international actors should fulfill existing financing commitments and increase investments in inclusive, clean energy projects.
Communities Powering a Just Energy Transition - Ford Foundation fordfoundation.org Feb 17, 2026 3 facts
claimLocal interventions in energy transitions provide guidance for what the Belem Action Mechanism should consider to build a truly just energy transition.
perspectiveGuaranteeing free, prior, and informed consent for communities is essential for achieving a just energy transition.
perspectiveThe Ford Foundation asserts that a 'just' energy transition requires a focus on who holds power in shaping energy systems, rather than solely committing to clean energy.
Energy Transition Literature - PSU Center for Energy Law and Policy celp.psu.edu May 20, 2024 2 facts
referenceSiciliano et al. (2021) in 'Low‐Carbon Energy, Sustainable Development, and Justice: Towards a Just Energy Transition for the Society and the Environment' present findings from a Vietnam case study regarding renewable energy projects.
referenceThe Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge in Spain published a 2023 report titled '4 years towards a just energy transition' which outlines transition agreements for regions facing the closure of mines, coal-fired power plants, or nuclear power plants to protect employment and the local population.
Energy Equity and Just Transitions understand-energy.stanford.edu 2 facts
claimEnergy projects often prioritize speed over justice, though speed and justice are not inherently at odds, as many leaders of just energy transitions are successfully achieving both.
claimCommunity engagement is a critical component of procedural equity in just energy transitions because it empowers communities with agency and decision-making power, elevates local knowledge, mitigates social disparities, and fosters public trust.
Navigating Tensions in Just Energy Transitions kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu Aug 20, 2025 1 fact
referenceAnderson, S.R. and M.F. Johnson authored the 2024 article 'The spatial and scalar politics of a just energy transition in Illinois' published in Political Geography 112: 103128.
Framework for People-Powered Energy Transitions resourcegovernance.org Jul 17, 2024 1 fact
procedureTo ensure energy transitions are just, development partners should: (1) provide adequate funding; (2) ensure that accountability and monitoring mechanisms are in place; and (3) encourage learning, exchange, and adaptation cross-regionally and globally.