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    Question

    Which country plans to introduce a carbon import levy on

    certain products starting in 2027 to safeguard businesses from cheaper imports originating from countries with less stringent climate policies?
    A UK Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Poland Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C France Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D USA Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Germany Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The United Kingdom will implement a new carbon import levy on some products from 2027 to help to protect businesses against cheaper imports from countries with less strict climate policies. The planned carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) will apply to carbon-intensive products in the iron, steel, aluminium, fertiliser, hydrogen, ceramics, glass and cement sectors.

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