The Palgrave Handbook of Just Green Transitions in the Western Balkans and Beyond | 2026
Authors: Berisha E.; Moodie J.; Allkja L.; Jeftić M.
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-95075-9_27
Journal: The Palgrave Handbook of Just Green Transitions in the Western Balkans and Beyond
Year: 2026
Publisher: Springer Nature
Document Type: Book chapter
Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access
Cited by: 1
This concluding chapter explores and summarises the results of the collection of contributions in this handbook. It emphasises the need for equitable sustainability that balances socio-economic resilience, environmental stewardship, and territorial cohesion. Through diverse case studies and theoretical frameworks, it highlights the importance of multiscalar, flexible, and inclusive governance, particularly in the Western Balkans. Key challenges include economic displacement, energy poverty, and governance inefficiencies, underscoring the risks of unjust transitions. The results of this volume stress the necessity of tailored, region-specific strategies, participatory policymaking, and investment in education and workforce reskilling to ensure fair and sustainable transitions. Cross-border cooperation, interdisciplinary research, and innovative policy approaches are essential to overcoming socio-economic disparities and fostering long-term resilience. Future research should deepen insights into the geopolitical implications of JGT and the intersection of environmental justice, governance, and economic development. This handbook serves as a roadmap for policy interventions and collaborative efforts towards a just and sustainable future. © The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2026.
Governance; Just Green Transitions; Justice; Transitions’ costs; Western Balkans