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How Can We Shape a Just Transition? Daria Shapolavova on Fairness, Future, and Energy Transformation

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In this episode, GreenTruth host Chantal Kerr-Sheppard sits down with Dr. Daria Shapovalova an expert on environmental justice and labour transitions, to unpack the critical concept of a "just transition"—the push for a sustainable, low-carbon economy that prioritizes fairness for workers, communities, and industries currently reliant on fossil fuels.

Overview:
Dr. Shapovalova discusses the rising importance of a just transition as the world moves toward a greener economy. He emphasizes the need for both individual and industry-level involvement, outlining how citizens, communities, and policymakers can play their part. The conversation explores actionable ways to build a fairer, more inclusive future that considers everyone impacted by the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

Key Topics:

  • Industry Accountability: How industries can do more to support workers in transition, from training to participation in strategic decisions.
  • Four Pillars of Just Transition: Employment, equality and well-being, economic diversification, and democratic participation.
  • The Role of Individuals: Encouraging active citizenship and community engagement in local planning and sustainability initiatives.
  • Community Challenges: Addressing the consultation fatigue in communities often burdened by planning consultations and policy changes.
  • Future of Just Transition: Predictions on how just transition will grow globally, including more place-based approaches and the decentralization of energy systems.
  • Practical Resources for Engagement: Guidance on local resources, climate hubs, and just transition commissions to learn more or get involved.

    • Dr. Shapovalova makes it clear: this transition impacts everyone, not just those in fossil fuel industries, urging us all to play a part in creating a fair and inclusive path forward.

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