Carbon Taxes > Social acceptance of carbon pricing hinges largely on revenue spending, study finds

Social acceptance of carbon pricing hinges largely on revenue spending, study finds

Published 13:32 on June 18, 2024  /  Last updated at 13:32 on June 18, 2024  / /  Carbon Taxes, EMEA, EU ETS

The political success of carbon pricing policies – such as the upcoming EU ETS2 for road transport and heating fuels – will depend on whether they help people to switch away from fossil fuels, as inflation and higher interest rates have made it harder for consumers to access cleaner alternatives, according to new research.
The political success of carbon pricing policies – such as the upcoming EU ETS2 for road transport and heating fuels – will depend on whether they help people to switch away from fossil fuels, as inflation and higher interest rates have made it harder for consumers to access cleaner alternatives, according to new research.


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