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REVIEW article

Front. Sustain. Energy Policy

Sec. Energy and Society

Volume 4 - 2025 | doi: 10.3389/fsuep.2025.1592249

This article is part of the Research TopicAdvancing the Just Transition: Navigating Towards a Sustainable FutureView all 8 articles

Achieving Climate Justice: Addressing Disparities and Enhancing Equity in Global Climate Policies

Provisionally accepted
  • University of California, Irvine, Irvine, United States

The final, formatted version of the article will be published soon.

This paper interrogates the nexus between climate justice and policy-driven equity, placing a spotlight on the disproportionate vulnerabilities faced by marginalized groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, and low-income communities, in the global climate arena. It argues for incorporating diverse perspectives in decision-making processes and shows how historical injustices, particularly those rooted in colonial legacies, continue to shape current climate governance structures. Using illustrative examples, the manuscript demonstrates how local initiatives that prioritize community engagement and empowerment can effectively tailor climate strategies to address the specific needs of impacted populations. Moreover, it emphasizes the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration, spanning public health, urban planning, and environmental protection, in crafting climate policies that mitigate environmental impacts while promoting social justice. Ultimately, this study offers practical insights and strategies for policymakers, researchers, and advocates committed to building resilient and inclusive climate policies, underscoring that embedding equity in global climate action is essential for achieving a sustainable and just future for all communities.

Keywords: Climate justice, social equity, Global climate policy, marginalized communities, Inclusive governance, Community Engagement

Received: 12 Mar 2025; Accepted: 08 Sep 2025.

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* Correspondence: Lacour Mody Ayompe, University of California, Irvine, Irvine, United States

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