“No Transition Without Justice” Report

Why in News?

Recently, the report on “No Transition Without Justice” was published ahead of the first anniversary of the International Court of Justice advisory.

• Title – “To Transition Without Justice: Strengthening Environmental Rule of Law for People and Planet”.
• Released by – United Nations Environment Programme.
• Objective – To assess how environmental rule of law enables equitable, inclusive, and rights‑based transitions.
• It focusses on building sustainable and resilient economies through governance and justice frameworks.
• Scope – A multidisciplinary approach is adopted, integrating legal, policy, and governance perspectives.
• Principal Mechanisms
  • Laws and Regulatory Frameworks – Legal instruments that provide the foundation for transitional processes.
  • Institutional Capacity – Enhancement of agencies and governance structures.
  • Access to Justice – Guaranteeing effective remedies and accountability mechanisms.
  • Public Participation – Promoting civic engagement and inclusivity in decision-making processes.
  • Sustainable Finance – Mobilization of resources to support equitable transitions.
• Methodology and Evidence
  • It utilises global case studies, incorporating country-specific experiences.
  • It highlights emerging approaches and practices that are specific to particular contexts.
  • The analysis emphasises practical implementation strategies tailored to national realities.

Reference

UN Environment Programme