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ankoles [38]
3 years ago
7

How does a carbon tax encourage the lower use of fossil feuls

Geography
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Alik [6]3 years ago
5 0

Carbon tax is a form of pollution tax. It levies a fee on the production, distribution or use of fossil fuels based on how much carbon their combustion emits. ... Because the tax makes using dirty fuels more expensive, it encourages utilities, businesses and individuals to reduce consumption and increase energy efficiency. hope this helps!!!

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