Is Poland on track to becoming another France? How to avoid social conflicts Sparked by a country’s climate policy

Jakub Soko³owski and Jan Frankowski
Authors registered in the RePEc Author Service: Jakub Sokolowski

No 01/2023, IBS Policy Papers from Instytut Badan Strukturalnych

Abstract: Climate policy is crucial for preventing the devastating effects of natural disasters like droughts, floods, and heat waves. It also plays a vital role in reducing Poland's dependence on imported coal, gas, and oil; addressing energy security concerns in the wake of the crisis caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Environmental taxes are a highly effective tool for addressing climate risks. However, they can be controversial instruments, as their implementation may often lead to higher energy prices and social tensions. To mitigate these risks, it is important to implement fair and participatory climate policies that consider social preferences. A key aspect of ensuring the fairness of environmental taxes lies in the effective redistribution of their revenues. Preference research and citizens’ panels can help identify differences between varying social groups, allowing policymakers to better address citizens’ concerns and expectations. By adopting a climate policy based on these principles, Poland can significantly reduce social conflicts and minimise the risk of mass protests akin to the Yellow Vest movement sweeping across France.

Keywords: carbon tax; redistribution; climate change; discrete choice experiment; willingness to pay (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: D74 H23 Q41 Q54 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 14 pages
Date: 2023-04
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