Energy taxation as a policy instrument to reduce CO2 emissions: a net benefit analysis
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Energy taxation has been suggested as a policy instrument to conserve energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. However, the feasibility of using energy taxation as a policy instrument has not been determined. A net benefit analysis of energy taxation is performed using economic cost estimates from a computable general equilibrium model and monetary estimates of environmental damages. Results indicate that energy taxation facilitates energy conservation and a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions.
Publication Name: Journal of Environmental Economics and Management
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0095-0696
Year: 1995
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Incentives for advanced pollution abatement technology at the industry level: an evaluation of policy alternatives
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The effects of environmental policy instruments in promoting the development and acceptance of modern pollution reduction technology in a heterogenous industry is examined. Five policy instruments including auction permits, emissions taxes and subsidies, issued marketable permits, and performance standards are evaluated. It is concluded that incentive-based instruments are the most effective promoting development and acceptance of pollution reduction technologies.
Publication Name: Journal of Environmental Economics and Management
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0095-0696
Year: 1996
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Conservative versus mean risk assessments: implications for superfund policies
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The results of a review conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency show that Superfund toxic waste site risk estimates are 27 times greater when based on conservative parameter values instead of mean values. By using mean values, more than 40% of sites fall under the discretionary management category, allowing more flexibility in addressing hazards.
Publication Name: Journal of Environmental Economics and Management
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0095-0696
Year: 1997
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