New research by Giovanni Marin and Francesco Vona finds that increases in energy prices substantially reduce energy consumption and carbon... Read more
France
In evaluating the responses of French manufacturing firms to large increases in energy prices, which the authors use as a proxy for stringent environmental policy, they find that costs in terms of job losses and competitiveness are smaller by an order of magnitude than the benefits in terms of reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Read more
Chapter in the Banque De France’s Financial Stability Review no. 23 – June 2019. Read more
The Paris Agreement on climate change is not just an environmental treaty but offers the basis for a new and inclusive model of development. France is committed to making finance a driving force behind this transition, explains Brune Poirson in this post for the Sustainable Finance Leadership Series. Read more
Paris-compatible governance: Lessons from legislating on climate change in Europe
Event Type: SeminarsWill the new French president, Emmanuel Macron, be indifferent or ambitious when it comes to action on climate change asks Estelle Rouhaud in this commentary article. Read more
Fanny Henriet – A Stylized Applied Energy-Economy Model for France
Event Type: Research Seminar SeriesWorking Paper 127 Abstract Insurance against natural perils such as flooding can be considered a significant element in coastal management.... Read more
