cap and trade systems
A cap and trade system is a market-based approach to reduce pollution or limit greenhouse gas emissions. It involves setting a maximum limit (cap) on the total amount of allowable emissions and creating tradable permits for polluters to emit a specific amount. Companies that emit less than their allocated amount can sell their excess permits to those who need more, allowing the market to determine the most efficient way to reduce emissions overall.
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