Every week, I host 'The KJ Show,' which offers a mix of breaking news and practical advice on how the energy industry affects the consumer. During this fast-paced show, I combine weekly energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community.
After each show, I'll share it here with the Energy Central Community in case you were unable to join me live.
The KJ Show #83 - The Carbon Tax Man Cometh
A carbon tax was first proposed by an economist in 1973, with the intent to allow market forces to determine the most effective approach to reduce pollution. But, carbon taxes have morphed and evolved since the 1970s to give consumers and producers a monetary incentive to reduce their carbon dioxide emissions.
While several European countries have successfully adopted carbon taxes, other nations have not due to a lack of political support. Morever, the price of carbon has not led to significant reductions as companies can purchase carbon offsets rather than alter their current operations.
Another major stumbling block is determining the right "price" of carbon. An August 2021 paper in Nature Climate Change estimates that a carbon tax would have to be set above $1,500 per ton to almost achieve NetZero by 2050 which would equal more a per capita tax of $11,300 per person. That is a pretty high price for customers to pay!
More about the show and how you can participate:
The KJ Show on BoldBraveTV.com is every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Eastern. This fast-paced show combines energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community. Each show will also include a live call-in segment the audience can ask their questions and share their opinions about some of the hottest topics in energy today. Katherine shares insights on the changes in the industry drawing on her experience as a consultant in the energy efficiency industry for the past 30 years. Join the conversation live at 11 a.m. Wednesdays by calling 866-451-1451 to talk about the changes and innovations in the energy efficiency industry.
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