Researchers propose independent climate boards modelled on central banks to shield carbon pricing from politics

Published 06:26 on July 8, 2026 / Last updated at 06:26 on July 8, 2026 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), EMEA (Africa, Europe, Middle East)

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Governments should delegate control over carbon pricing to independent climate institutions modelled on central banks in order to insulate long-term emissions policy from electoral cycles and provide greater certainty for investors.
Governments should delegate control over carbon pricing to independent climate institutions modelled on central banks in order to insulate long-term emissions policy from electoral cycles and provide greater certainty for investors.


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