Public Services International The global union federation of workers in public services

The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is a less well-known trade and investment agreement that allows fossil fuel companies to sue signatory countries in private courts if they implement policies to mitigate climate change or provide universal access to energy. It also facilitates privatization of the sector. A new guide co-published by Public Services International identifies the defenders of the treaty, examines their claims, and provides strong arguments to refute them.