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Climate action is a triple win for the climate, people, and the economy. Poor and vulnerable countries, however, are being left behind. Just and ambitious action is needed at COP27 now more than ever. A new call to action from the Global Commission on the Economy and Climate identifies six priority areas for action.
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Commentary: The more ambitious climate action the better for Indonesia's economy
Indonesian Parliamentarian Dyah Roro Esti argues the economic benefits of ambitious climate action for Indonesia.
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Commentary: Investing in Sustainable Infrastructure with Just Transition Creates Jobs
Investmenting in climate-friendly infrastructure and a just transition goes hand-in-hand, writes General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation and Co-Chair of the Global Commission on the Economy & Climate Sharan Burrow.
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Commentary: Climate Commitments, Dev’t Planning Go Hand in Hand, Both Critical for Ethiopia’s Prosperity
By aligning Ethiopia’s 2030 climate target with national development planning, the country is demonstrating that it is possible to support inclusive economic development while protecting the environment, writes Dr Fitsum Assefa.
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Commentary: Defeating the Inequality Disease Must Become a Global Rallying Call
All sectors must support fair employment in a low-carbon economy to benefit the poorest and most vulnerable, amid the pandemic, writes Sharan Burrow.