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Spotlights
LABOUR INFORMALITY IN THE COAL PRODUCING GEOGRAPHIES IN INDIA: ISSUES AND PERSPECTIVES
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This edition focuses on the theme of “Labour Informality in the Coal-Producing Geographies in India: Issues and Perspectives,” emphasizing a people-centric transition. We have curated a range of perspectives from academics and researchers to emphasise the pressing requirement for a human-focused strategy in the wake of transition to sustainable energy.
As we look to a future powered by greener sources of energy, aligning with India’s net-zero goals, the need to reduce our reliance on coal is of utmost signfi cance. This change would, however, have a direct impact on informal labourers who rely on coal for their living and frequently lack alternative employment prospects or means of social security. It is imperative to prioritise the inclusion of coal workers, especially those who are informally engaged, to ensure their degree of vulnerability is minimised. The purpose of this issue is to create a sense of urgency and need for collaborative eff orts that directly tackle the diffi culties experienced by those reliant on the coal economy in varied ways.
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Just transition framework for a sustainable future in india’s coal mining regions
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As the world grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change, there’s an increasing emphasis on transitioning from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources. India being one of the largest producers of coal – a significant contributor to global carbon emissions – stands at the forefront of this transition.
India’s Unique Position: India, with its vast coal reserves and a significant portion of its energy derived from coal, faces a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The transition is not just about reducing emissions but also about ensuring the socio-economic wellbeing of communities dependent on coal.
The Imperative of a Just Transition: A mere shift from coal to cleaner energy sources isn’t sufficient. The transition must be ‘just,’ ensuring that it is equitable, inclusive, and considers the multifaceted impacts on workers, communities, and the environment.
Purpose of the Report: This report delves into the principles, and strategies to ensure a Just Transition in India’s coal sector and suggests a Just Transition Framework for India’s Coal Mining Sector. Drawing from historical contexts, global best practices, and India’s unique challenges, it provides a comprehensive roadmap for stakeholders at all levels of governance in India.
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Experts’ Roundtable on Gender-Just Transition
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TERI organized a closed door Experts’ Roundtable to discuss a Discussion Paper on Gender-Just transition that had been drafted by the team. The Discussion Paper is titled ‘Establishing Women as Critical Stakeholders’ in India’s Just Energy Transition: Evidences from Jharkhand, Odisha and Chhattisgarh’ and aims to highlight the importance of including women as an important stakeholder in the just transition discourse. The paper brings out the gendered nature of vulnerabilities that are present in the coal geographies of India and offers recommendations to make the energy transition process more gender-inclusive. The roundtable began with a presentation from TERI’s side taking the audience through the discussion paper and was followed by a detailed dialogue on the issue. The experts reviewed the paper and offered insightful ways in which the paper could be strengthened further.
The experts included –
- Dr. Smriti Das, Associate Professor, XLRI Jhajjar
- Dr. Suravee Nayak, Associate Fellow, Sustainable Futures Collaborative
- Roli Srivastava, Founder The Migration Story
- Dr. Upasona Ghosh, Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Public Health, Bhubaneshwar
The event also saw participation from various other research organizations, academicians, students etc. who also shared their thoughts and made the discussion an enriching one. We were heartened to see everyone’s interest in our work and are deeply gained by their invaluable inputs.
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