Just Transition Fund
The Just Transition Fund supports research, innovation, and workforce development in EU regions most affected by the shift to a climate-neutral economy, focusing on sustainable growth and decarbonisation.
Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: No fixed EU-wide deadline; calls and application windows are managed at national/regional level within 2021–2027.
Funding Amounts: €19.7 billion EU-wide (2021–2027); national allocations vary by Member State; project sizes and durations determined by national/regional authorities.
Summary: Supports economic transformation, worker reskilling, and sustainable development in EU regions most affected by the transition to climate-neutrality.
Key Information: Applications and eligibility are determined by national/regional authorities based on approved Territorial Just Transition Plans.
Description
The Just Transition Fund (JTF) is the first pillar of the EU's Just Transition Mechanism, established to support regions, sectors, and workers most affected by the transition to a climate-neutral economy. It aims to alleviate the socio-economic impact of decarbonisation and promote economic diversification, upskilling, and sustainable development in territories highly dependent on carbon-intensive industries. The fund operates under shared management between the European Commission and Member States, with support delivered through national and regional programmes aligned with approved Territorial Just Transition Plans (TJTPs).
