Host Organisation

- Indigenous Peoples Rights International

- Right Energy Partnership with Indigenous Peoples

- Business and Human Rights Resource Centre

Description

As the world embarks on the transition to renewable energy, Indigenous Peoples are disproportionately affected by large-scale energy projects that encroach on their territories and undermine their rights. Despite global commitments to renewable energy and the reduction of fossil fuel reliance, Indigenous Peoples face exclusion from decision-making processes and financing opportunities that could empower them to lead their own renewable energy initiatives.

Recent international events, such as the Conference on Indigenous Peoples and the Just Transition held in April 2024 in New York and the Regional Conference Highlighting the Voices of Indigenous Women and Youth for a Just and Sustainable Energy Transition happening in Thailand on 20-22 September, have brought and will bring together Indigenous leaders, human rights defenders, and advocates to address these pressing concerns. The declarations and roadmaps from these events highlight the urgent need for an inclusive energy transition that respects Indigenous Peoples' rights, especially their Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC).

This session will present the outputs from these events, focusing on how Indigenous Peoples can shape renewable energy policies that uphold human rights, social equity, and environmental sustainability.

Speakers

The session will feature key Indigenous leaders, human rights advocates, and representatives from the two major conferences (Conference on Indigenous Peoples and the Just Transition held in April 2024 in New York and the Regional Conference Highlighting the Voices of Indigenous Women and Youth for a Just and Sustainable Energy Transition happening in Thailand on 20-22 September). They will share their insights on advancing a just energy transition through Indigenous-driven solutions and sustainable practices.

Languages

English - Spanish