France debates climate policy equity: expert warns of impact on poorest populations

François Gemenne, a climate policy expert, argued on France 24 that climate strategies must be designed to avoid disproportionately harming low-income populations. The analysis argues that policymakers must consider distributional consequences when implementing climate measures. This matters globally as wealthy nations craft climate policies that often impose higher costs on vulnerable populations, a tension shaping climate negotiations internationally. The debate reflects broader European discussion on balancing environmental goals with social equity.