Recall the Application about how the price of CO2 permits in the European Union is determined to answer the following question(s).Recall the Application. Which of the following factors caused the increase in the price CO2 allowances in the EU in 2017?

A. Members agree on reforms that will increase the supply of allowances.
B. Members agree on abolishing the Emissions Trading System (ETS).
C. The United States decides to increase its supply of allowances.
D. Members agree on reforms that will decrease the supply of allowances.


Answer: D

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