FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDY REFORM (FFSR)
MAIN TYPES OF FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDY MEASURES:
SUBSIDIES IN HIGH-EMITTING SECTORS
Note by the Secretariat[1]
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This
background note provides an overview of literature and analysis on the design,
characteristics and effects of fossil fuel subsidies in high-emitting energy
sectors. It aims to support discussions under pillar 3 of the Fossil Fuel
Subsidy Reform (FFSR) Initiative's work programme, in line with the MC13 Ministerial
Statement on Fossil Fuel Subsidies.[2]
[1] This factual note has been
prepared by the Secretariat at the request of the FFSR Initiative. It does not
represent the official position of the WTO or of the WTO Secretariat.