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 a Just EV Transition. This session is 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 realize a transition to electric mobility that delivers benefits for workers and communities.
The Roundtable serves as a recurring platform for government agencies, businesses, academia, civil societies, and technical experts to share knowledge and shape practical steps to prepare the workforce and expand access to cleaner mobility for all Bangkok communities. This upcoming fourth session of the Roundtable focuses on equitable infrastructure.
