The Just Transition Commission's Introductory report has been launched today.
The Just Transition left midlands people distrustful and skeptical, and the State can learn from the programme's previous shortcomings.
This is part of the reflections and recommendations from the Just Transition Commission's Introductory report, which was released today.
The report opens with a warning that we are not on track to reduce our emissions in line with a commitment to be climate neutral by 2050.
The first recommendation from the commission is to create a just transition strategy that identifies those most at risk, and shows those people how the transition will benefit them.
They say Ireland’s experience in closing peat-fired power stations and ending commercial peat extraction in the Midlands offers important lessons.
State intervention and support only came after the decision to cease peat extraction, meaning it was much more of a reactive than a proactive measure.
This limited its role in supporting impacted workers, families and communities in the region.
The commission's conclusion is that this has led to skepticism and distrust when it comes to just transition programmes.
They say to truly deliver a just transition, Ireland must move beyond reactive policymaking and embrace long-term, structural change, ensuring that climate action is not just fast, but also fair, with lasting benefits for future generations.
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