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Handbook on Economic Diversification for Coal Regions in Transition
A guide for strategy development—Evidence based and participatory
In order to realise their climate commitments, countries worldwide are increasingly adopting just transition processes to phase out coal—with many more preparing for these processes.
Coal regions must reduce their dependence on coal and diversify their economies towards sectors that deliver economic prosperity, social well-being, and environmental sustainability.
This handbook serves as a practical guide for policy practitioners to develop strategies for economic diversification in coal regions. The following questions are answered in a systematic and structured way:
+ Which sectors have the highest economic potential as an alternative to coal mining and related sectors?
+ Which sectors meet social and environmental criteria?
+ What are the social and economic objectives and needs of those affected by coal phase-out and how can an inclusive strategy be developed?
With reference to dialogue- and data-based methods, readers are guided through the process of policy formulation.
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