In this briefing Sandbag argues that Lithuania could reap advantages from supporting an enhanced Market Stability Reserve. We first argue why Lithuania should reconsider its position on the MSR. Then we present strong evidence based on ETS data, revealing the various ways in which the MSR would influence the competitiveness of Lithuania’s industry in the EU economy. We finally provide more detailed information about how the proposed ETS reform would function if implemented.
Lithuania and the ETS: Arguments for an enhanced MSR
ETSIn this briefing Sandbag argues that Lithuania could reap advantages from supporting an enhanced Market Stability Reserve. We first argue why Lithuania should reconsider its position on the MSR. Then we present strong evidence based on ETS data, revealing the various ways in which the MSR would influence the competitiveness of Lithuania’s industry in the EU economy. We finally provide more detailed information about how the proposed ETS reform would function if implemented.