Economic impact analysis of 2050 emissions targets: A dynamic Computable General Equilibrium analysis

Economic impact analysis of 2050 emissions targets: A dynamic Computable General Equilibrium analysis

This report provides an economic impact analysis of potential emissions targets for 2050, commissioned by the Ministry for the Environment. Utilizing a dynamic Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) model, the analysis explores how the New Zealand economy, segmented into 111 industries, responds to various emissions targets and associated carbon pricing.

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