Publication

Background paper

Market-Based Mechanisms for Carbon Sequestration, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in North America

What Are the Options?

Description

This paper examines the different market-based mechanisms that could be used to encourage the sequestration of carbon; increase energy efficiency; and support the development and use of renewable energy sources. Market-based mechanisms in this paper refer to all mechanisms, voluntary or mandatory, that affect demand for or supply of energy and/or carbon sequestration, either through prices, regulation or information.