Americas > Lower financial burdens but unequal impact for households from carbon pricing, finds IMF-backed research

Lower financial burdens but unequal impact for households from carbon pricing, finds IMF-backed research

Published 02:03 on July 18, 2024  /  Last updated at 02:04 on July 18, 2024  / Mike Szabo /  Americas, Asia Pacific, Carbon Taxes, CBAM, EMEA, EU ETS, International

Widespread exemptions in carbon pricing have resulted in lower-than-expected financial burdens on households, though higher-income earners tend to benefit more due to their consumption patterns, according to new research published by the IMF.
Widespread exemptions in carbon pricing have resulted in lower-than-expected financial burdens on households, though higher-income earners tend to benefit more due to their consumption patterns, according to new research published by the IMF.


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