Policy Brief

Advancing a Just Energy Transition for Low- and Middle-income Economies: The Role of the G7

Policy guidance on ensuring inclusive energy transitions in developing countries that do not exacerbate global inequalities.

This policy brief synthesizes perspectives on national, international and transnational aspects of just energy transition involving the G7 countries. Based on an analysis of 17 Biennial Update Reports and literature, it identifies issues emerging from energy transition efforts, and provides recommendations for G7 policymakers to support effective decarbonization and just and equitable energy transition in all countries.

Highlights

A just energy transition is essential to meeting Paris Agreement goals while ensuring economic growth and equity. Countries must implement context-specific just energy transition strategies aligned with national priorities. The Group of Seven (G7) countries play a central role in global decarbonization efforts to pursue strategies that will advance climate action without widening inequality, technology and development gaps.

Recommendations

  • Align support measures with developing countries’ needs and strengthen interministerial coordination frameworks to ensure a just energy transition strategy

  • Fulfil financing commitments and scale up investments in inclusive, clean energy projects

  • Facilitate technology co-development systems and inclusive carbon price development

  • Enhance technical assistance for vulnerable populations to ensure equal access to clean energy through evidence-based information

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