Satwat Rehman re-appointed as Co-Chair of Scotland’s Just Transition Commission

27/08/2026

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The Scottish Government announced the establishment of the third Just Transition Commission on 26 August. Running until 2031, the Commission will provide independent advice and scrutiny to Scottish Ministers on how Scotland can make the transition to net zero in a way that is fair and tackles inequality.

Satwat will co-chair the Commission alongside Professor Dave Reay, Emeritus Professor of Carbon Management and Education at the University of Edinburgh. Both Satwat and Professor Reay co-chaired the previous Commission, which concluded its work earlier this year.

The new Commission brings together 15 members with expertise spanning public health, economics, industry, trade unions, environmental organisations and community engagement.

Its work will have an increased focus on how Scotland adapts to the impacts of a changing climate, including flooding, wildfires and drought, and how the costs and benefits of measures to build climate resilience are shared fairly. It will also continue to advise on Scotland’s transition to net zero, including the impact of decarbonisation on jobs, industries and communities.

Charis Chittick, Head of Policy, Strategy & Communications at One Parent Families Scotland, said:

“Climate change is one of the most significant challenges facing our society. At One Parent Families Scotland, we see the devastating impact our changing climate is having on many of the families we support.

“We welcome the Scottish Government’s announcement of a new Just Transition Commission. We have the opportunity to choose a different path and it’s essential that we do.

“Investing in a just transition is vital for our future, tackling inequality and it is central to redesigning our economy so that it delivers good lives for all on a healthy planet.”