Introduction

The accelerating climate crisis is reshaping global labor markets, industrial relations, and socio-economic systems, making Trade Union Climate Policy Engagement, Just Transition frameworks, and green workforce transformation essential priorities. Trade unions are increasingly positioned at the center of climate justice advocacy, ensuring that decarbonization pathways are equitable, inclusive, and protect workers’ rights. Trade Unions and Climate Policy Engagement Training Course equips professionals with advanced competencies in climate governance, policy negotiation, and sustainable development advocacy.

As governments and industries transition toward net-zero economies, trade unions must actively influence climate policy design, labor adaptation strategies, and green job creation policies. This program strengthens participants’ ability to engage in climate negotiations, analyze environmental policies, and collaborate with stakeholders in shaping a fair Just Transition. It integrates practical case studies, global best practices, and real-world negotiation simulations to empower unions to lead in climate-resilient development.

Programme Curriculum

Trade Unions and Climate Policy Engagement Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

10 Days

Course Objectives

Understand Climate Change Science & Labor Impacts
Strengthen Trade Union Climate Advocacy Skills
Develop Just Transition Policy Frameworks
Build capacity in Green Jobs Creation Strategies
Enhance Climate Policy Analysis & Interpretation
Strengthen Collective Bargaining for Climate Justice
Promote Decarbonization and Workforce Transition Planning
Integrate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Union Work
Advance Industrial Transformation & Low-Carbon Economy Planning
Improve Stakeholder Engagement & Social Dialogue
Build Climate Risk Assessment Competencies
Strengthen International Climate Negotiation Participation
Develop Union Leadership in Environmental Governance

Target Audience

Trade Union Leaders and Executives
Shop Stewards and Workplace Representatives
Labor Policy Analysts and Researchers
Environmental and Climate Activists within unions
Government Labor and Environment Officers
NGO Workers in Climate Justice Organizations
HR and Industrial Relations Managers
Youth and Emerging Union Leaders

Course Modules

Module 1: Climate Change and Labor Market Disruption

Climate science fundamentals
Employment vulnerability analysis
Sectoral risk mapping
Labor migration due to climate impacts
Case Study: Heat stress impact on construction workers in Africa

Module 2: Introduction to Just Transition

Concept and principles
Social protection mechanisms
Worker-centered transition models
Policy frameworks
Case Study: Germany’s coal phase-out transition model

Module 3: Trade Unions in Climate Governance

Role of unions in policy spaces
Advocacy structures
Multi-stakeholder engagement
Institutional participation
Case Study: International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) climate advocacy

Module 4: Green Jobs and Future of Work

Definition of green jobs
Skills transformation
Employment forecasting
Sectoral green growth opportunities
Case Study: Renewable energy job creation in South Africa

Module 5: Climate Policy Frameworks

Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
Paris Agreement overview
National climate laws
Policy monitoring tools
Case Study: Kenya’s Climate Change Act implementation

Module 6: Collective Bargaining for Climate Action

Environmental clauses in CBAs
Worker protections in transition
Wage-security mechanisms
Negotiation strategies
Case Study: Climate-inclusive labor agreements in Nordic countries

Module 7: Decarbonization and Industrial Change

Low-carbon industry models
Emission reduction strategies
Energy transition pathways
Sectoral restructuring
Case Study: Automotive industry transition in Europe

Module 8: Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment

Risk identification tools
Workplace hazard mapping
Climate adaptation planning
Occupational safety integration
Case Study: Flood risk and port workers in coastal cities

Module 9: Social Dialogue and Stakeholder Engagement

Tripartite engagement systems
Conflict resolution mechanisms
Policy consultation processes
Multi-level governance
Case Study: ILO-supported social dialogue in Latin America

Module 10: International Climate Negotiations

UNFCCC structure
COP participation mechanisms
Lobbying strategies
Coalition building
Case Study: Trade union participation in COP summits

Module 11: Sustainable Development Goals and Labor

SDG integration in labor policy
Decent work agenda
Environmental SDGs alignment
Monitoring indicators
Case Study: SDG 8 implementation in labor programs

Module 12: Energy Transition and Workers

Fossil fuel phase-out impacts
Renewable energy transition
Energy access and equity
Workforce retraining systems
Case Study: Oil sector restructuring in the North Sea

Module 13: Climate Finance and Just Transition Funding

Green financing mechanisms
Climate funds access
Carbon pricing systems
Investment tracking
Case Study: Green Climate Fund labor projects

Module 14: Communication and Climate Advocacy

Strategic messaging
Media engagement
Digital advocacy tools
Public mobilization strategies
Case Study: Global climate strikes movement

Module 15: Action Planning and Institutional Integration

Union climate action plans
Institutional policy integration
Monitoring and evaluation
Sustainability roadmaps
Case Study: Union-led climate action plan in Canada

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

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Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Climate policy advocacy Stakeholder engagement Sustainability strategy Policy analysis

Programme Fee

Duration: 10 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $2,000

Physical Price: $3,000

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Sep 21 2026

21 Sep — 02 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $2,000