Restructuring of coal regions: the role of the local communities and trade unions
In the upcoming decade, coal phase‑out in Europe is inevitable both in terms of climate and the economic viability of thermal power plants.
Slovenia is about to decide on the coal exit. Given that all Member States will soon revise their National Energy and Climate Plans in order to implement the EU’s enhanced climate and energy policies, it is of crucial importance to set timely and fair coal exit dates and to include them in these national strategies.
Focus Association for Sustainable Development, as part of the LIFE Unify project, is organizing a conference on the topic of timely and equitable coal exit, which will take place on May 12 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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