The training is for professional development purposes, and the certificate obtained does not replace the MYK authorization certificate in trainings where the MYK authorization certificate is mandatory.

1. What is a Carbon-Free Economy?

• Transition to a Carbon-Free Economy:
  A carbon-free economy minimizes fossil fuel use, promotes renewable energy, and aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions. This module focuses on environmental, social, and economic sustainability.

• Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions:
  Fundamental principles for reducing emissions to achieve a carbon-free economy. Participants will learn about energy efficiency, renewable energy solutions, and other strategies to minimize carbon footprints.

2. The Just Transition Concept

• Definition of Just Transition:
  A just transition ensures that while reducing carbon emissions, the most affected communities, particularly low-income groups and workers facing job losses, receive support through social, economic, and political measures.

• Key Elements of Just Transition:
  This includes workforce retraining, social security networks, job loss support, and creating new economic opportunities to ensure that the transition process is fair.

3. Just Transition Strategies for a Carbon-Free Economy

• Sectoral Strategies and Applications:
  The implementation of carbon-free economy strategies in various sectors, such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and energy efficiency.

• Labor Force and Education Policies:
  The impact of transitioning to a carbon-free economy on the workforce and the necessary training and skill-building programs to equip workers with new skills.

• Social Security Networks and Support Policies:
  Social security measures to mitigate job losses and economic inequalities caused by the transition.

4. Social and Economic Impacts of a Just Transition

• Addressing Inequality During Transition:
  Strategies to prevent social inequalities and how to ensure that vulnerable communities are not disproportionately affected.

• Economic Opportunities and Innovative Business Models:
  How the transition to a carbon-free economy creates new business opportunities, green jobs, and innovative business models.

5. International Policies and Governance for a Carbon-Free Economy

• Paris Climate Agreement and Global Goals:
  Understanding how the transition is shaped at the global level through international agreements like the Paris Agreement.

• Roles of Governments and Companies:
  The policies governments must implement and the responsibilities businesses must take on to contribute to a carbon-free economy.

6. Innovation and Technology in Just Transition

• Green Technologies and Innovation:
  The role of technology in achieving a carbon-free economy, including renewable energy, energy storage, and carbon capture technologies.

• Digitalization and Sustainability:
  How digital technologies can be used to support the transition to a carbon-free economy.