Climate policy in a polarized world
Around the world, societies are torn by discussions about the economic effects of climate policy measures. The fight against climate change can only be won if the international community takes…
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How carbon prices could ensure equitable sustainable development
Effective climate change mitigation measures, such as carbon pricing or reforming fossil fuel subsidies, are often perceived to undermine inclusive economic development and are, thus, rejected. These…
Prof. Thomas Sterner and Thomas Kåberger on the climate crisis in times of Covid-19
Thomas Sterner and Thomas Kåberger published a letter to the editor in Financial Times (FT) where they discuss the climate crisis in times of the Covid-19 pandemic. Read the article at FT's website or…
COVID response: Use public finances to support change
Earth Day is turning 50 years this year, celebrated with the theme of "Climate Action". At the same time the world is in lock-down to slow down the spread of COVID-19 - and the climate debate has…
Putting a Price on Carbon in South Africa: exploring the potential of economic instruments to mitigate climate change
Kerri Brick, EfD research fellow, and Martine Visser, EfD research fellow and coordinator, presented a paper at the Putting a Price on Carbon Conference, held in Cape Town on 23 and 24 March, 2010…