Decarbonization Justice Perspectives Quiz

A type of justice that focuses on how benefits and burdens from decarbonization policies are distributed among different groups.

A type of justice concerned with the processes and procedures involved in decarbonization, emphasizing fair participation and representation.

A type of justice that acknowledges past injustices and seeks to redress them in decarbonization efforts.

In the context of decarbonization, this refers to the unequal distribution of costs and benefits, where those who experience the impacts may not be the same groups who receive the financial gains.

The perception of fairness in decarbonization policies can vary significantly among different groups due to their unique experiences and priorities.

The idea that decarbonization policies should be implemented in a way that minimizes harm to vulnerable communities and avoids creating new injustices.

The idea that the impacts of decarbonization can be influenced by historical factors, like economic development or education levels, creating disparities in various regions.

Decarbonization strategies that consider the unique circumstances and needs of different groups to ensure a just and equitable transition.

The ability of a system to withstand disruptions and adapt to changing conditions while retaining its core identity and functions.

The ability of a system to respond to changing conditions, particularly those related to climate change, to adapt and thrive.

A fundamental shift in a system’s structure, functions, or behaviours, often driven by significant pressures.

Strategies employed by actors to resist changes associated with decarbonization policies, seeking to preserve existing conditions.

Actions taken by actors to adjust to changes brought about by decarbonization policies, often involving shifts in practices or behaviours.

A fundamental reorientation of a system’s structure, functions, or practices in response to decarbonization pressures, resulting in significant and lasting change.

Actors with different resources and capabilities who are engaged in navigating the challenges and opportunities associated with decarbonization.

Strategies aimed at preventing or slowing down the implementation of decarbonization policies.

Opposition to the development of new, low-carbon infrastructure like wind turbines or solar farms.

Actions opposing financial and regulatory mechanisms designed to support low-carbon transitions, such as carbon taxes.

The process of adjusting to the inevitability of decarbonization policies and changing conditions while trying to maintain existing systems.

Changes made to behaviors and institutions in response to decarbonization policies, seeking to minimize disruption but often maintaining existing power structures.

The notion that adaptation strategies are inherently political because they depend on how the decarbonization problem is framed and who defines the vulnerabilities and solutions.

The idea that different actors have varying levels of dependence on carbon resources, leading to unequal impacts and adaptive capacities.

The understanding that existing power structures, resources, and capacities shape the choices available for adaptation, leading to disparities in responses.

Actions that appear to be adaptations to decarbonization policies but actually serve to maintain or strengthen fossil fuel interests.

The persistence of resistance across actors and time, highlighting the significant challenges posed by decarbonization.

The revelation of injustices and inequities inherent in decarbonization efforts through resistance.

The widespread impact of decarbonization policies, affecting lives, economies, and global energy systems.

The blurring of lines between transformation and resistance, as they can be interconnected and sometimes intertwined.

The recognition that resistance can be a catalyst for change, even if it initially appears to be an obstacle.

A strategy that focuses on minimizing disruptions and adapting to decarbonization policies, often maintaining existing power structures.

Strategies that fundamentally shift a system's structure, functions, or practices in response to decarbonization pressures. They aim for significant and lasting change.

Strategies employed by actors to oppose or slow down the implementation of decarbonization policies.

The recognition that resistance can be a catalyst for change, even if it initially appears to be an obstacle.

The understanding that existing power structures, resources, and capacities shape the choices available for adaptation, leading to disparities in responses.

The process of reducing or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from an economy.

Fossil fuel industries resist decarbonization because their profitability and existence are threatened by a shift to clean energy.

Workers, communities, and NGOs resist decarbonization due to concerns about job losses, social and economic impacts, and lack of involvement in decision-making.

Distributional justice focuses on ensuring that the benefits and costs of decarbonization are fairly distributed among different groups.

Procedural justice emphasizes fairness and transparency in the processes involved in decarbonization, ensuring diverse voices are heard.

Resistance to decarbonization can signal that the potential negative impacts and concerns of affected communities haven't been adequately addressed.

Negotiations and compromise can help resolve conflicts arising from decarbonization, ensuring fair compensation and support for affected groups.

Ignoring or dismissing resistance to decarbonization can exacerbate inequalities and lead to social unrest, as evident in the gilets jaunes protests in France.

Populist movements often exploit concerns related to decarbonization, using them to gain political support by emphasizing protection of traditional industries and jobs.

Decarbonization policies can lead to social disempowerment and frustration if they fail to consider the distributional impacts on different communities.

Citizen resistance against low-carbon infrastructure often highlights concerns about the unequal distribution of profits, perpetuating existing social and economic inequalities.

Extractive natural resource development, where big companies profit while communities receive little benefit, is a common pattern that fuels resistance.

Transitioning to renewable energy without addressing systemic inequalities can perpetuate existing injustices and trigger further resistance.

Actors pushing for decarbonization often seek transformation, addressing systemic inequalities and creating more equitable systems.

Policies aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions can have unequal effects on different groups; some benefit while others experience burdens.

Recognizing past injustices and striving to address them in decarbonization efforts, aiming for equity and fairness.

A fundamental reorientation of a system’s structure, functions, or practices in response to decarbonization pressures, resulting in significant and lasting change.

Understanding how decarbonization can lead to changes that are not always straightforward, and can create unintended consequences.

Coping Mechanisms in Decarbonization

A process involving broad inclusion, deliberation, and debate aimed at addressing deep societal divisions and trade-offs in decarbonization.

Providing meaningful opportunities for affected parties to shape the decisions that will affect their lives, and create a fairer distribution of benefits.

Integrating local knowledge and creating better development plans through participation and inclusion in decision-making processes.

Making sure that efforts to engage citizens and seek input are genuine and have a real impact on decision-making.

Understanding the balance between adaptation and transformation in decarbonization efforts, and the potential limitations of adaptation approaches.

The challenge of addressing the potential limitations of adaptation strategies and the need for more transformative approaches.

Strategies that leverage the power of private sector actors to incentivize more sustainable practices, such as economic benefit sharing or community-led planning.