Towards a human-rights-proof energy transition

Abstract

To meet their obligations under the Paris Agreement to mitigate their emissions of greenhouse gases, States need to quickly transition to a zero-carbon economy. Yet, concerns have arisen over the human rights implications of States’ energy transition programs. This blog argues that a ‘human-rights proof’ energy transition requires including human rights safeguards – such as procedural rights and risk and impact assessments - in the design and implementation of energy transition programs.