Elevating the Need for Climate Justice

Since the signing of the Paris Agreement in 2015, fighting climate change has become a policy priority for stakeholders across sectors. Many international institutions, national and local governments, and the private sector made a commitment to reducing carbon emissions a priority. However, it has also become increasingly clear that it is often the most vulnerable communities that bear the brunt of the climate crisis. In order to make a real difference, climate policies have to become more equitable, taking into account the often exacerbated climate impacts on marginalized communities. This session will highlight efforts to address the fight against climate change from the bottom up, addressing the following questions:

How can we build better resilience for marginalized communities and better integrate their voices in our policymaking processes? How can we find better policy solutions that recognize the inherent link between social justice and climate justice? The fight against climate change is currently a major priority for transatlantic policymakers and stakeholders. How do we ensure that the efforts that are being put in place are sustainable and are being considered at every level of our economies and societies?