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Justified panel discussion - watch on demand
Aligning a fair transition with sustainable development ambitions
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Achieving a 'just transition' was firmly on the agenda at COP28 in Dubai this year. With such an important topic at the heart of the climate conversation, GHD held an event on the sidelines of the conference, titled Justified, to examine the concept of a 'just transition' from all angles.
Achieving a 'just transition' was firmly on the agenda at COP28 in Dubai this year. With such an important topic at the heart of the climate conversation, GHD held an event, titled Justified, to examine the concept of a 'just transition' from all angles.
Enabling a just energy transition
Listen to a dynamic, multi-sector panel unpack the challenge of enabling a just energy transition from all angles and respond to probing questions from the audience.
Moderated by Anna Jakobsen, GHD EMEA Leader – Sustainability, Resilience and ESG, the panel discussion featured an expert line-up of sustainability leaders:
- Dr. Adil Alzarooni, CEO at Al Zarooni Emirates Investments and Founder of the Citizens School
- Veronica Scotti, Chairperson – Public Sector Solutions
- Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director at the Resilient Cities Network
- Casper Moltke-Leth, Managing Partner, Denmark and Global Board Member at Bird & Bird
Throughout the course of the conversation, these leaders help cut through the complexity, advancing the conversation from a philosophical debate to a pragmatic discussion of tangible action.
Ultimately, the panel highlights that a delicate balancing act will be required to deliver a transition that is not only fair, but also aligned and integrated with wider sustainable development goals.