“People are our main priority”. Zelenskyi says Ukrainian coal regions need a just transition
Just transition of coal mining towns must become a state policy.
Ukraine and EU: Towards a decarbonisation partnership
Ukraine’s economy is among the most carbon intensive in the world. Coal is the dominating source of CO2 emissions in the energy and industry sectors.
6 Donetsk region coal mining towns signed European Declaration on Just Transition
In late December 2019 mayors of 6 coal mining towns signed the Declaration of Mayors on Just Transition.
Ecoaction has presented a study on transformation of Ukrainian coal mining regions in the European Commission
Independent experts have compiled a list of specific recommendations on how to manage coal mines’ shutdowns.
How to ensure sustainable development of Ukrainian coal regions after unprofitable coal mines are shut down – international study
Independent experts from four European countries prepared an analytical study.
Transformation experiences of coal regions: Recommendations for Ukraine and other European countries
The work is comprised of an analysis of national energy sector transformation policies.
Coal mining towns of Ukraine’s Donetsk region establish a Platform for Sustainable Development
Representatives of the coal mining towns of Donetsk region signed a Memorandum of Partnership