Leveling the Carbon Playing Field: International Competition and US Climate Policy Design

by Trevor Houser, Jacob Werksman, Britt Childs, et al.

As political momentum surrounding climate change builds in the US, policymakers are taking a fresh look at national climate policy and American involvement in multilateral climate negotiations. And as in years past, the potential economic impact of any US effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions stands as a central question in the Washington policy debate. Of particular concern is the effect climate policy would have on carbon-intensive US manufacturing...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0881324205
• ISBN13: 9780881324204
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Peterson Institute for International Economic
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 8.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

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A good choice for community library environmental and social issues collections.

The United States has the ability to be the one of the biggest players in the oil industry, but how does it level the playing field and stay competitive, while remaining mindful of environmental concerns? "Leveling the Carbon Playing Field: International Competition and US Climate Policy Design" is a scholarly and educated examination of the oil industry and how American policy affects both the oil trade and related environmental issues. Packed with smart ideas and advice, "Leveling the Carbon Playing Field" should be considered essential reading for anyone in the center of these vital issues. A good choice for community library environmental and social issues collections.

Best Explanation of Cap and Trade and other options to reduce carbon emissions

In seventy-eight pages, the authors provide one of the most complete and thoughtful analyses of the complex strategies for reducing carbon emissions internationally. As nations struggle with the competing demands of economic competition and the dire threat of globla warming, one of the most critical needs is to develop viable strategies for reducing carbon emissions without destroying the economic viability of developed nations and threatening to destroy the economies of the underdeveloped nations. For the past 50 years, the US has enjoyed being at the top of the economic pyramid. With the emergence of China, India and other large economies, the need for international cooperation is essential. This small volume provides a framework for understanding this issue and formulating effective policies. Hugh McIsaac. Santa Cruz, Calif.