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NORDREGIO POLICY BRIEF 2025:26
Towards a Just Green Transition
10 Key messages for Nordic policymakers
Nora Sánchez Gassen, Anna Lundgren & Carlos Tapia
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Introduction
1 - Climate worry outweighs green transition concerns across the Nordics
2 - Many Nordic people expect the green transition to bring benefits
3 - Climate communication should spark hope, especially among young people
4 - Inclusive stakeholder engagement can improve climate policy design and public legitimacy
5 - Emissions reductions are technically feasible but politically challenging
6 - Perceived local and household impacts influence climate policy support
7 - Survey results indicate public support for stronger climate action, even if it means higher taxes
8 - Place-based policies are key to avoid deepening regional inequalities
9 - Job quality and inclusive skills development are important to sustain public support
10 - The Nordic Toolbox offers practical guidance for delivering a just green transition
About the projects
Ensuring Inclusive Economic Growth in the Transition to a Green Economy (EnIGG)
Not Just a Green Transition (NJUST)