Chosen Quote by Tony Abbott
“There is much to be said for an emissions trading scheme. It was, after all, the mechanism for emission reduction ultimately chosen by the Howard government.”
About This Quote
Source Parliamentary Debate, Australian Senate, 2008
Emissions trading is a pragmatic tool for reducing greenhouse gases, chosen by government policy.
In simple terms: Carbon market reduces emissions.
Key Takeaway
Support emissions trading.
Themes
environment
policy
economics
Mood
analytical
policy
Type
political
environmental
When to use this quote
- government regulation
- business strategy
- environmental NGOs
- public debate
Key Concepts
climate change
market mechanisms
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the market’s limits?
- How ensure fairness in trading?
A Different Perspective
May face political resistance.
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