Today, Eurodiaconia launches its first publication on the topic of just transition, Pioneering Change: Eurodiaconia Members Leading a Just and Green Transition. The publication develops Eurodiaconia’s approach to the topic of Just Transition and gathers positive practices from its members towards ensuring a socially green transition.
Just Transition: A new policy topic
Recent climate events underscore the urgent need for a transition to a carbon-neutral economy and society. However, while climate change adversely impacts health, housing, food access, and employment, poorly designed environmental measures can also disproportionately affect the rights of vulnerable populations already burdened by climate change. Consequently, it is important to ensure that a green transition is also socially just.
Social Service Providers as pivotal actors for a Just Transition
Social service providers play a dual role in ensuring a green and just transition. On one hand, they mitigate climate change by greening their services and promoting sustainable practices within communities they serve. On the other, they support individuals affected by climate change and the negative social impact of some environmental policies.
Eurodiaconia’s Members Good Practices
Embracing their responsibility for a Just Transition, Eurodiaconia members have implemented various sustainable practices to green their services, promote sustainability, and support vulnerable individuals. Examples include textile initiatives, food waste reduction, training programs, and organization-wide environmental strategies.
A roadmap for Sustainable Practices
Eurodiaconia’s members best practices provides a roadmap for organizations and sectors aiming to foster a more equitable and sustainable future. The diverse examples enable organizations of all sizes to adapt and implement these positive practices within their own contexts.