Durban COP17 and Beyond COP17 is estimated to be attended by 20,000 representatives from 194 countries in the world and formal negotiations will be done by mainly country delegations. UN Accredited Side Events, open forums for everyone accredited, with recognized groups and agencies will take place. Mobilization is about to raise public awareness around climate change, inspire South African’s to own up on environmental issues. Are you aware of the issues? COSATU Demands; · A legally binding agreement for emissions reductions from developed countries · The inclusion of trade unions as part of the negotiations/negotiators during COP17 · The inclusion of a ‘just transition’ framework, which will protect workers and communities in the transition towards a sustainable society, · Environmentally sustainable, socially just and equitable development, · Safeguard biodiversity and people’s rights to a clean environment, · Low carbon economy and by emerging economies to speed up their efforts in transforming their economies into more sustainable ones, · Polluting developed countries and industries must be held accountable, · Moratorium on any new coal fire and nuclear plants, · Oppose the world bank’s control of climate finance, · Build an inclusive green economy in a just transitional away from fossil fuels, · Media and government to educate the public on the impact of climate change What is the role to be played by Trade Unions? It is the role of trade unions to defend those who are the most vulnerable and are already facing climate change. eg. Several communities have to be relocated because of instability of their settlement; it is the role of trade unions to demand awareness raising and formal consultation mechanisms with communities. Certain economic sectors will be less viable because of climate change; agriculture, fisheries, among others…. Trade unions must influence these decisions to be taken at the Durban COP17…….
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