{"id":124363,"date":"2023-03-30T10:34:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-30T09:34:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iucn.nl\/?post_type=project&p=124363"},"modified":"2026-02-03T15:55:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T14:55:59","slug":"bottom-line-a-fair-and-successful-energy-transition","status":"publish","type":"project","link":"https:\/\/www.iucn.nl\/en\/project\/bottom-line-a-fair-and-successful-energy-transition\/","title":{"rendered":"Bottom Line! A fair and successful energy transition"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Header photo: starfish on rock surface with manganese nodules \u00a9 NOAA\/OAR\/OER, 2016 Deepwater Exploration of the Marianas, Leg 3.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The demand for minerals such as copper ore, bauxite (aluminium), cobalt, nickel, lithium and manganese is rising explosively due to the energy transition. These minerals are needed for the batteries of electric cars and for wind turbines, for example. There is no doubt that we need to accelerate the transition from fossil to renewable energy. But how do we ensure that we make this shift as fairly as possible, while minimising the negative impact on people and nature?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Bottom Line! supports a fair, sustainable energy transition with minimal impact on people and nature. A bottom line has to be established and monitored: a clear limit that indicates where and how mining may take place, to ensure damage to people and nature is limited and remains within set boundaries. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Bottom Line! approach<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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In order to achieve this, first and foremost, we need a circular approach<\/strong>, in which a reduction in energy consumption is a priority.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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In addition, Bottom Line! promotes socially and ecologically sound mineral governance<\/strong>, reinforcing national policies to protect ecosystems, water, biodiversity and IP&LC rights, whilst enhancing mining sector transparency and accountability.\u202fWe: <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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