Climate Justice in Indonesian Environmental Protection: Past, Present and Future Challenges

Abstract

Climate justice is an increasingly relevant topic in today’s world, as climate change and its impacts continue to affect vulnerable communities disproportionately. This research aims to examine the concept of climate justice, its various dimensions, and the challenges and opportunities associated with achieving it. The paper begins by defining climate justice, which is based on the principle that those who are least responsible for climate change are the ones who are most affected by it. It argues that climate justice should be viewed not only as a moral issue but also as a legal and political one. The paper explores the different dimensions of climate justice, including distributive, procedural, and transformative justice. Distributive justice refers to the fair distribution of the benefits and burdens of climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. Procedural justice concerns the fair and inclusive decision-making processes that involve affected communities in climate action. Transformative justice involves the fundamental changes needed in society to address the root causes of climate change and promote a more sustainable and just future. The paper also examines the challenges and opportunities associated with achieving climate justice, including the need for political will, the role of international cooperation, and the importance of grassroots activism. It concludes by highlighting the urgency of addressing climate change and the need for a holistic approach that prioritizes the well-being of all communities, especially those most vulnerable to its impacts.