"Dealing with Climate Change" is a comprehensive report published by the International Energy Agency (IEA) in 2002. This report provides an overview of new or modified energy-related policies taken or planned by IEA member countries during 2001 to mitigate climate change.
The main focus areas include:
- Fiscal policies: Financial incentives and disincentives.
- Tradable permits: Mechanisms like cap-and-trade systems.
- Regulatory instruments: Laws and regulations to control emissions.
- Voluntary agreements: Industry-led initiatives to reduce emissions.
- Research and Development (R&D) policies: Funding for climate-friendly technologies.
- Policy processes: Coordination and planning frameworks.
Key points:
- Over 200 policies were implemented or planned in the energy sector across IEA member countries.
- These policies aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with fossil fuel combustion.
- Climate change is recognized as a major challenge, with energy policies central to addressing it.
- The report serves as a comprehensive resource for policymakers, researchers, and the public interested in the evolving dimensions of the climate change debate.
The report acknowledges limitations in understanding the exact impact of these policies on climate change mitigation, emphasizing the need for better tools and methodologies to optimize policy choices and evaluate effectiveness. It is the third volume in a series focusing on climate-related actions in the energy sector.
