All pages with keywords: climate policy

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Solving the clinker dilemma with hybrid output-based allocation

a working paper by Misato Sato, Frédéric Branger 4 August, 2015

This paper proposes an innovative solution to distribute free allowances to the cement sector under emissions trading systems. read more »


What is a carbon price and why do we need one?

What is a carbon price and why do we need one?

A carbon price is a cost applied to carbon pollution to encourage polluters to reduce the amount of greenhouse gas they emit into the atmosphere. Economists widely agree that introducing … read more »


What is the 2008 Climate Change Act?

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The Climate Change Act was passed in November 2008 with an overwhelming majority across parties. It sets out emission reduction targets that the UK must legally comply with. It represents … read more »