Abbey Abramson

  Just transition and climate justice Just Transition & Climate Justice: Whose Costs, Whose Future? The concept of a “just transition” has emerged as one of the defining themes of the global climate agenda. At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, the idea took center stage as governments, civil society, Indigenous peoples, labor unions, youth groups, and development agencies called for  rapid, fair climate action . While the conference did not produce a concrete commitment to phase out fossil fuels, it did elevate the importance of justice in the transition away from carbon-intensive development (Climate Action Network, 2025). This article explores the meaning of just transition, why it is essential for global climate success, how it is tied to climate justice, what COP30 achieved—and failed to achieve—and what it will take to ensure that the world’s shift to a green economy protects workers, communities, and nature rather than leaving them behind. What Is a Just Transition? The t...

  Climate Justice: Bridging the Gap Between Crisis and Equality Climate justice Defining Climate Justice: Principles and Frameworks Climate justice is a notion that acknowledges the inherent inequality in the causes and negative impacts of climate change. It stresses the necessity for impartial solutions that address these disparities. Climate justice strives to align environmental sustainability with social equity to guarantee that the burdens, obligations, and benefits of climate efforts are distributed fairly. In this sub-topic , we study the definition of climate justice, its guiding principles, and the frameworks that have shaped its evolution . The Concept of Climate Justice Climate justice arises from the convergence of environmental justice, human rights, and sustainable development. It challenges and questions the conventional presumption of climate change as merely an environmental issue and instead frames it as a social, political, and ethical crisis. This pers...