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Here’s how to get to zero-carbon emissions equitably

The increase in tax is a reinvestment in our economy for a resilient future. A small levy on current consumption can help enable long-term national prosperity. Opposition to the climate plan will subside in due course as trust in the governance structure is established and the benefits get recognized over time.

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BY JATIN NATHWANI AND ANN FITZGERALD
February 19, 2024

Opinion | BY JATIN NATHWANI AND ANN FITZGERALD | February 19, 2024

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