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Written question asked by Lord Kirkwood of Kirkhope (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 April 2009.


Climate Change: Carbon Dioxide Emissions

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government what is the current price per tonne of carbon dioxide emissions used for quotas in the European Emissions Trading Scheme.
Answer

The closing spot price for an EU allowance (EUA) in the EU emissions trading system on 20 April 2009 was 13.18 euros for the 2009 contract. Closing prices for EUA future contracts on 20 April were: 2010 €13.83 2011 €14.44 2012 €15.32


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2908; 710 c26WA
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Allowances EU emissions trading scheme Prices Carbon emissions
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk