A just transition is a framework for shifting economies toward low-carbon and sustainable production while ensuring that the burdens and benefits of that shift are distributed fairly. It seeks to protect workers, communities and developing regions dependent on carbon-intensive industries through retraining, social support and inclusive planning. The concept links climate policy with social equity and labour rights.
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- Originating in the labour movement and adopted by bodies such as the ILO and the Paris Agreement preamble, it emphasises stakeholder dialogue, reskilling, social protection and regional economic diversification. Applied to supply chains, it ties sourcing decisions to worker welfare and equitable distribution of transition costs.