Where Do We Stand on Just Transition? Requirements and Insights from the JT Programme (ENG)

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 sustainable modernization of the economy and society. We will provide insights from the Just Transition Work Programme, discuss pathways to inclusive and sustainable climate strategies, and examine how Just Transition is reflected in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Program:
Welcome
Yasmin Fahimi, President of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) (video

Keynote “Germany’s Perspective on Just Transition and the Climate Negotiations”
Jochen Flasbarth, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety

Panel Discussion: “Are we on track? What is needed to regain trust in the transition?”
Frederik Moch, Director of the Structural, Industry and Service Policy Department at the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB)
Ingrid-Gabriela Hoven, Managing Director at GIZ
Maira Lacerda e Silva, Chief of the Special Advisory Office for International Affairs, Ministry of Labor and Employment (Brazil)
Antonio Lisboa, ITUC Deputy-President & International Relations Secretary CUT-Brazil

Conclusion
Frederik Moch, Director of the Structural, Industry and Service Policy Department at the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB)