On April 29, 2024, the team behind the Just Transition Observatory (JT-Observatory) gathered for the monthly meeting, focusing on the progress of Deliverables 2.1 and 2.2. These deliverables represent crucial steps in the development of the JT-Observatory project, which aims to foster an inclusive, evidence-based approach to the just transition process.
Deliverable 2.1: Co-design of the JT-OBSERVATORY Conceptual Framework
During the meeting, the team delved into Deliverable 2.1, which involves the co-design of the JT-Observatory conceptual framework. This foundational task focuses on defining key categories, research questions, and policy inquiries. These elements are essential for bridging the diverse disciplines and policy-making realms involved in the just transition process. The co-design process ensures that both theory and practice are brought together in a way that can guide impactful decisions and support a fair and sustainable transition.
Deliverable 2.2: Methodology for Reviewing and Analyzing Just Transition Policies
The team also reviewed progress on Deliverable 2.2, which focuses on the methodology for reviewing and analyzing just transition policies. This deliverable aims to provide a structured approach to analyzing policies at EU, national, and regional/local levels. The methodology includes guidelines for desk research and stakeholder mapping, ensuring a thorough review process that will inform effective, evidence-based decision-making.
As part of the meeting, the JT-Observatory team reaffirmed its commitment to blending cutting-edge literature with practical policy implementation. The work being done is crucial for advancing conversations on energy transition, spatial justice, and place-based governance in the context of climate change and the drive toward carbon neutrality.
The JT-Observatory continues to make significant strides toward creating a comprehensive framework that will support policymakers in addressing the challenges of a just transition.
