In Bangkok, where road transport remains the largest source of air pollution, the transition to electric mobility promises cleaner air and a modernized transport system. But this shift will change daily life for residents. As the adoption of electric vehicles increases, some jobs will disappear, new work will be created, and many workers will need different skills to stay employed and secure decent livelihoods. A Just Transition means ensuring this transition is fair by protecting vulnerable workers and closing skills gaps so that no one is left behind.
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), together with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), with support from Thailand-UK PACT (Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions), is hosting the Bangkok Roundtable for Just EV Transition.
The upcoming fourth session of the Roundtable will be held on 18 March 2026 from 13:00 to 17:00. This session marks the fourth Roundtable meeting under the project Strengthening Transport Policies and Workforce Development for a Just Transition to Electric Mobility in Bangkok, which aims to support a transition to electric mobility that delivers tangible benefits for workers and communities.
