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- 2023
Just Energy Transition Partnerships: can they really make a difference, and how?
Anticipation surrounds COP27 as Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) are poised to be announced, potentially fostering trust and action in climate talks, particularly in coal-dependent emerging economies. Following the South African precedent, these deals are a response to the G7’s commitment to replicate them in countries like India, Indonesia, Senegal, and Vietnam. Yet, uncertainty shrouds their effectiveness. Conditions for fulfilling JETPs’ promises are unclear.
- Marta Torres Gunfaus, Emily Tyler, Sébastien Treyer, Chukwumerije Okereke, Rizaldi Boer, Bryce Mccall, Hilton Trollip, Emilio La Rovere, Sécou Sarr
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- 2022
How countries can enable 15 transformations to achieve carbon-free prosperity
Over 70 countries aim for net-zero emissions by mid-century, with potential benefits like job creation and economic improvement, aligning with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5-2 °C target. A new IDB and IDDRI report outlines 15 crucial transformations across sectors, addressing barriers to adoption. Governments must prioritize obstacle removal to enable a carbon-free transition.
- Henri Waisman, Adrien Vogt-Schilb, Marta Torres Gunfaus, Chris Bataille, Andreas Fazekas