The study presents an in-depth analysis of carbon markets in the USA and presents a model to offer comprehensive inquiry. The model takes inputs – including policy interventions and certain assumptions like population trends, GDP growth and energy prices – and generates outputs related to investment required, policy-induced avoided costs and added benefits in areas like employment and performance against secondary targets related to energy consumption and emissions. It also includes several variables across sectors and thematic domains.
In addition to summarizing these data in a user-friendly presentation, the study includes original research insights revealing tangible policy, investment and business trends. This study provides the most comprehensive overview to date for market actors to better "connect the dots" between INDCs and their impacts on investment portfolios, business operations, and national policy making.