Our just transition work
Driving companies to ensure that the transition to a low-carbon, resilient global economy is fair, inclusive and leaves no one behind.
Our aim
The green transition will only succeed at the urgent pace required if workers and communities affected by the shift are properly supported.
Learn how we’ve been – and continue to – drive companies to play their part in ensuring a just transition.
From 180 to 2,000 companies
In 2021, we developed a Just Transition Methodology to conduct a pilot assessment of 180 companies from the highest emitting sectors on the social elements of their transition efforts towards a low-carbon future.
Drawing on this experience, we then assessed 450 companies between 2022–2024 (including the original 180 companies) on their just transition efforts alongside their efforts to align with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Companies’ just transition scores can be seen in alongside their broader benchmark scores.
Browse our benchmarksIn January 2026, we will publish the assessments of all 2,000 companies in our SDG2000 list on the credibility and integrity of their plans for a just transition, which includes making sure that workers and communities are included and supported throughout the entire process. These assessments will make up part of companies’ scores in our 2026 Climate Benchmark.
See our updated Just Transition Methodology
Milestones
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Publication of our Just Transition Methodology
July 2021
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Publication of our 2021 Just Transition Assessment (assessing 180 companies)
November 2021
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Publication of our climate and energy benchmarks, including assessments of 450 companies on their just transition efforts)
2022–2024
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Publication of the second edition of our Just Transition Methodology
February 2025
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Publication of our 2026 Climate Benchmark, including assessments of 2,000 companies' plans for a just transition
January 2026
Get involved
We continue to engage with stakeholders across the globe through targeted communications with key organisations and representatives. We also encourage meaningful and constructive feedback.
