Kick-off Meeting for the Development of the Regional Just Transition Programme in Dnipropetrovsk Region

The first online meeting of the working group was held to initiate the development of the draft Regional Just Transition Programme for coal communities of Dnipropetrovsk Region through 2030.

The Association of Coal Communities of Ukraine is engaged in the process as a member of the working group. The meeting was attended by Deputy CEO, Oksana Tomashuk.

During the meeting, participants focused on key aspects of shaping the future Programme, including:

➡ defining the goals, objectives, and core areas of work of the working group

➡ outlining priority directions and approaches to the Programme’s development

➡ approving the work plan for the initial phase

The overall approach to the Programme’s development was also presented. It includes an analytical phase, the identification of priorities, the collection of project ideas, and further alignment of the document with the involvement of all key stakeholders.

“Ensuring the engagement of all coal communities in the region in the Programme development process is essential. This will help build a comprehensive vision for transformation, reflect diverse local challenges, and unlock the potential of each community. Such an approach lays the foundation for informed decision-making and increases the effectiveness of implementation,” stated Oksana Tomashuk.

The development of the Regional Just Transition Programme is an important step towards a structured transition of coal communities to new economic models, job creation, and strengthening the region’s resilience.