14 November 2014: The Labour 20 (L20) called on the Group of 20 (G20) to take action on climate change and green growth, and to implement a plan for jobs and growth that reduces inequality. The L20 unites trade unions from G20 countries and Global Unions, and seeks to represent workers’ interests at the G20 level.

The L20 issued its recommendations the G20 Leaders’ Summit, which took place in Brisbane, Australia, on 15-16 November 2014, following the L20 Summit on 12-14 November 2014.

On climate change, the L20 asks leaders to “commit to an ambitious and fair share in reducing emissions” to ensure the success of the UN Framework Convention for Climate Change (UNFCCC) negotiations. The L20 also requests the G20 to, inter alia: contribute to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and support green bond development; commit to investing one percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in infrastructure in every country, with a focus on infrastructure that supports a transition to a low-carbon economy; support industrial transformation measures to protect the livelihoods of those in climate-vulnerable and energy-intensive sectors; support sustainable economic activities; and set attainable food and energy security targets.

The L20 also called on the G20 to commit to, inter alia: measures to promote inclusive growth by enabling women and youth to participate in secure jobs; responsible, green investment strategies; and trade and supply chains that help create decent work and safe work places. The L20 also outlined recommendations on financial reforms and regulation and taxation.

The L20 is convened by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and Trade Union Advisory Committee (TUAC) to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). [L20 Recommendations] [ITUC Press Release] [L20 Website] [IISD RS Coverage of G20 Summit]