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Climate Governance and Equity

Just Transition Funds

States can create just transition funds to allocate financial resources towards initiatives that support workers and communities impacted by the transition away from fossil fuel extraction and production. This includes funding for diverse initiatives such as job retraining programs, workforce development initiatives, income support mechanisms, and community revitalization projects. By providing targeted financial assistance, these funds help mitigate the adverse effects of economic transitions while also creating opportunities for long-term resilience and diversification.

Implementing programs funded by a just transition fund often involves cooperation between government agencies, philanthropic organizations, private sector entities, labor unions, and community groups. Leveraging diverse sources of funding and expertise, these funds maximize their impact and ensure that resources are allocated effectively to address the unique needs and challenges of affected workers and communities.

Clear guidelines and criteria govern the allocation of funds, ensuring equitable distribution and alignment with the goals of promoting social justice and environmental sustainability. Regular monitoring and evaluation mechanisms are also established to assess the effectiveness of funded initiatives and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired outcomes.

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States with Policy Enacted

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Key Resources

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Just Transition

A framework for just transition as a principle, process, and practice, including the history and context of just transition work.
2024
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The National Economic Transition Platform

A platform developed by local leaders in coal communities across America, compiled for national policymakers to address climate issues and foster equitable, sustainable economic growth for vibrant, resilient, and inclusive communities.
2024
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Invest in People to Reap the Benefits of the Energy Transition

An article exploring how innovative financing mechanisms are crucial to ensuring a just transition from coal to clean energy, presenting five important considerations for just transition financing, and analyzing just transition funding and planning in South Africa, Chile, and other countries.
2023
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Guidelines towards a just transition towards environmentally sustainable economies and societies for all

A policy framework and practical tool to help countries at all levels of development manage the transition to low-carbon economies, in line with Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC) and the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
2016
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Model States

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Colorado

The Just Transition Cash Fund implements components of Colorado's Just Transition Action Plan.

2019
Establishing Policies

Minnesota

The Energy Transition Grant program provides funds for research, planning, and implementation activities designed to assist the state's "energy transition communities" and workers following coal, natural gas, and nuclear plant closures.

2023
Establishing Policies

Just Transition Funds By State

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Alabama

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Alaska

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
Arizona

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
Arkansas

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
California

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Enacted
Colorado

The Just Transition Cash Fund implements components of Colorado's Just Transition Action Plan.

Establishing Policies
West 2019
Not Enacted
Connecticut

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
Delaware

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Florida

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Georgia

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Hawai‘i

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
Idaho

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
Illinois

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Indiana

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Iowa

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Kansas

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Kentucky

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Louisiana

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Maine

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
Maryland

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Massachusetts

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
Michigan

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Enacted
Minnesota

The Energy Transition Grant program provides funds for research, planning, and implementation activities designed to assist the state's "energy transition communities" and workers following coal, natural gas, and nuclear plant closures.

Establishing Policies
Midwest 2023
Not Enacted
Mississippi

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Missouri

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Montana

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
Nebraska

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Nevada

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
New Hampshire

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
New Jersey

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
New Mexico

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
New York

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
North Carolina

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
North Dakota

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Ohio

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Oklahoma

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
Oregon

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
Pennsylvania

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
Rhode Island

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
South Carolina

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
South Dakota

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Tennessee

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Texas

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
Utah

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
Vermont

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Northeast
Not Enacted
Virginia

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Washington

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West
Not Enacted
West Virginia

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Wisconsin

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Wyoming

Just transition funds support initiatives and investments aimed at facilitating the equitable transition of workers and communities affected by shifts in industries or policies that transition from fossil fuels.

 West

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