EUKI Academy Web Seminar: Social Climate Plans in CEE

As the deadline for EU member states to submit their national Social Climate Plans (SCPs) approaches, this Web Seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of the current status and future outlook of SCPs in Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries. The Social Climate Fund (SCF) presents a significant opportunity to alleviate social hardships for vulnerable households resulting from the forthcoming Emissions Trading System (ETS 2), which targets emissions from the buildings and transport sectors.  

The seminar will highlight the varying progress across CEE countries, emphasising the value of knowledge exchange in optimising the utilisation of the SCF. Insights will be shared from various stakeholders involved, like the EU’s Technical Support Instrument (TSI), which has been instrumental in supporting SCP development in CEE countries. Additionally, EUKI projects and other NGOs from the EUKI Community will share experiences from their involvement in the drafting processes of SCPs within their respective countries and sectors, as well as through various NGO exchange platforms. 

 Topics

• Current status of SCP submissions in CEE countries 
• Best practices and lessons learnt from public consultations and stakeholder engagements 
• Detailed examination of the SCF’s role in mitigating social impacts of ETS 2 
• Insights from EUKI projects and NGOs actively participating in SCP development
• Discussion on the challenges and opposition to ETS 2 and its implications for the SCF’s future

Speakers

• Moderator: Adam Harmat, WWF CEE
• Andrea Demurtas, Trinomics
• Juraj Melichár, Friends of the Earth CEPA
• Linda Zuze, Green Liberty
• Zuzana Vondrová, Centre for Transport and Energy

Language

The language of this seminar is English.

This seminar is designed for civil society, policymakers and all stakeholders involved in climate and social policy within the CEE region. Participants will gain valuable insights into the SCP development process, learn from shared experiences, and engage in discussions aimed at ensuring a socially equitable transition to a low-carbon economy.