The Just Transition Communities Project:
Supporting communities to achieve fairer, greener futures for all, developing opportunities for positive change
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What is a Just Transition?
A ‘Just Transition’ is an opportunity to encapsulate social justice and climate justice for people, places, and communities and redress inequalities and improve life outcomes.
In North East Scotland this is more than an energy transition. It is led by empowered communities whose voices, wishes, concerns, and ambitions are heard, supported, and acted upon.
Community impact
From conversation to collaboration: Here’s a snapshot of the work done to bring people together, amplify community voices, and pave the way for a community led fair and inclusive transition.
40+
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
3000+
ADULT COMMUNITY PARTICIPANTS
3
LOCAL AUTHORITY PARTNERS
50+
PLACES AND SETTLEMENTS
12000+
YOUNG PEOPLE
100+
DELIBERATIVE PARTICIPATORY SESSIONS
20
JT COMMUNITY PLANS DEVELOPED
Map of projects and stories
Explore the map to discover local success stories, learn from activities, and find support to drive positive change in your community. See how your neighbours are advancing a Just Transition in Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, and Moray and remember to share your stories, questions, or suggestions with us.
Regional Assembly & the Community Led Regional Just Transition Plan Updates
Flip through the report to learn more (use the settings in the top right hand corner to enlarge the view of the report to full screen).
What local communities have taught us
Each community is unique, yet common themes and priorities are emerging across many we work with. By collaborating with the JTCP and our network, communities can drive a Just Transition—improving neighbourhoods, wellbeing, and local prosperity, making connections, and taking climate action to protect our planet.
Resources & Toolkits
We’re dedicated to uncovering what it takes to enable communities to drive a truly “Just” transition in Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, and Moray. We know people care deeply about their communities, yet may not know how to get involved. But here’s the good news: you’re not alone. We’re here to help. Whether you’re an individual passionate about taking action or part of a group ready to make a difference, we’ve got resources, toolkits, and guidance you need to take your first—or next—steps.
Working together
Where it all began
In November 2022, NESCAN Hub received a grant from the Scottish Government to launch an ambitious pilot programme: a series of community climate assemblies and engagement events across Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, and Moray. This initiative marked the birth of the Just Transition Communities Project (JTCP), designed to empower communities to achieve a fair and inclusive Just Transition for all.
The JTCP
Building belief and strength in community voice and action. Sharing expertise, power, and creative solutions.
For the past three years, the team behind the Just Transition Communities Project (JTCP), established and funded by the Scottish Government, has been meeting with, listening to, and working alongside communities from across Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, and Moray.
JTCP Partners
Led by NESCAN Hub, the JTCP brought together a diverse coalition of strategic partners, including tsiMoray, the University of Aberdeen’s Just Transition Lab (UoA JTL), Aberdeen for a Fairer World (AFW/MDEC), Open Source, Go Deep Scotland, and the Community Chartered Network (CCN). In year 4, three key partners (shown below) continue and expand on the work supporting communities to drive a Just Transition across our region.
