carbon leakage

This paper examines whether the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) has led companies to shift the location of production, thereby creating carbon leakage. Read more

This report argues that carbon pricing alongside complementary policies can help Taiwan reduce its greenhouse gas emissions in a fair and cost-effective way. It assesses the options and identifies a clear path to carbon pricing in Taiwan. Read more

The results of this paper show that upon deciding to invest, firms are attracted to regions that have lower energy prices. This supports arguments for better targeting leakage prevention measures to complement carbon pricing for energy-intensive industrial activities. Read more

Abstract Output-based allocation (OBA) is one of the main options discussed for addressing carbon leakage in emissions trading systems. This... Read more

A project led jointly by Climate Strategies and DIW Berlin has been exploring whether inclusion of domestic sales of selected... Read more

With MEPs currently considering the reform of the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for Phase 4 (2021-2030), Misato Sato makes the case for revised free allocation of emissions permits. Read more

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

Cement industry top management now has little confidence in the EU ETS;  structural reform is needed to help investment in... Read more

One of the central debates surrounding the design of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme is the approach to address carbon leakage concerns. Read more