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environment28 days ago•6 min saved

Colombia hosts a new power as 60 countries push fossil-fuel transition, Trump absent

Colombia and the Netherlands hosted the First International Conference on the Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels, drawing about 60 countries to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels outside the UN COP framework; organizers say this coalition represents a 'new power' in climate action, while the US federal government under Trump is not invited. US states like California and Quebec are pursuing aggressive domestic policies, highlighting financing and debt barriers that complicate a rapid transition.

via Euronews.com|

#climate-change #environment #fossil-fuels

environment1 month ago•6 min saved

Global push to phase out fossil fuels takes shape at Santa Marta conference

Governments and civil society gather in Santa Marta, Colombia (April 24–29, 2026) for the First International Conference on the Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels to draft a practical, equitable roadmap for phasing out oil and gas, using majority-rule decision-making to avoid COP‑style gridlock, while reorienting subsidies and building support from nearly 50 countries and diverse voices.

via Euronews|

#climate-policy #cop30 #environment

environment6 months ago•5 min saved

COP30 Highlights: Inequities in Climate Aid and Mining's Role in Decarbonization

Less than 3% of international climate aid supports just transition efforts for workers and communities, highlighting a significant gap in equitable climate action, with calls for increased funding and policy reforms at upcoming UN climate negotiations.

via The Guardian|

#climate-aid #climate-finance #environment

labor-rights2 years ago•3 min saved

"GM's Contract Coverage Boosts Union-Made Electric Vehicles"

Workers at General Motors' electric vehicle battery plants will be covered by the company's national contract with the United Auto Workers (UAW), ensuring labor protections and setting a precedent for the rest of the automotive industry. The victory comes as part of the UAW's ongoing strike against major US automakers and signifies a step towards a "just transition" for autoworkers in the EV sector. The agreement will safeguard workers at current and future battery plants, including joint ventures, as General Motors transitions away from fossil fuel-powered vehicles. This win could also inspire unionization efforts among other EV workers, such as those at Tesla, and potentially improve conditions in other sectors of the green economy.

via The Guardian US|

#ev-battery-plants #general-motors #just-transition

social-impact2 years ago•4 min saved

"From Begging to Empowerment: How an Electric Rickshaw Transformed a Trans Woman's Life in India"

Preethi, a transgender woman in Bengaluru, India, went from begging on the streets to owning her own electric rickshaw, thanks to a charitable donation. The organization, Shishu Mandir, aims to reduce pollution while empowering women and transgender individuals by providing them with electric vehicles for ride-hailing services. This initiative is part of India's efforts to transition to clean energy in a way that benefits people across economic backgrounds. By offering training, licenses, and affordable transport, electric vehicle companies and government programs can uplift those with lower incomes and ensure a just transition. Preethi's success story highlights the positive impact of such initiatives, as she now earns a steady income, can afford her own home, and enjoys the respect she receives in society.

via Yahoo News|

#charitable-donations #clean-energy #electric-vehicles