Carbon Pricing in Japan

This book evaluates Japan's measures to prevent climate change from an economic perspective, comparing them to Western countries. It assesses the impact of emissions trading and carbon tax policies and explores how they have changed the behavior of firms and households. It also includes macro-economic simulations of renewable energy potential and conducts a comprehensive effectiveness comparison.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 265 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2021
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive open-access book evaluates diverse measures implemented in Japan to combat climate change from an economic standpoint. While numerous countries have adopted similar policies in response to the urgent challenge of climate change, a thorough comparison of their effectiveness has yet to be conducted. Particularly, policy evaluations in the Asian region lag significantly behind those in North America and Europe, partly due to data limitations and political factors.

The book's first part provides a comprehensive summary of climate change prevention measures across various sectors in Japan, including emissions trading and carbon tax. It assesses the impact of these policies and explores how they have influenced the behavior of firms and households. Additionally, the second part presents macro-economic simulations that examine the potential of renewable energy.

Drawing upon these comprehensive assessments, the book compares the effectiveness of Japan's measures to prevent climate change with those in Western countries. By offering valuable insights, this book appeals to academic researchers and policymakers seeking cost-effective solutions against climate change.

Weight: 433g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811569661
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021