The harm caused by climate change is already a reality for many working people. Without adequate Just Transition measures, millions of workers will get sick and die.
To counter this, climate policies must include labour rights, universal social protection and skills development. Moreover, financing for climate action must be dramatically increased, and the spaces where climate finance is discussed must become more democratic to ensure equitable participation of all countries and stakeholders, including workers and their trade unions.
There are no jobs on a dead planet. Trade unions are ready to lead the way for climate action
Our priorities for SDG 13: Climate action
- Introduce Just Transition measures based on social dialogue in the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
- Implement the Work Programme on Just Transition Pathways adopted at COP28.
- Deliver on adaptation needs through robust social protection plans.
- Step up international climate finance for developing countries, with accountability mechanisms for sustainable and green investments.
- Promote social dialogue to align the New Collective Quantified Goal with Just Transition principles.
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