Expert in Environmental Economics
hace 2 días
Result of Service
Support to the MEF Environment team in the inclusion of climate and environmental policy objectives in the design of economic policy. This includes supporting tasks such as:
1. Proposal for a tax structure transition on the road to de-carbonization of the economy and biodiversity conservation.
1.1. Analyzing the tax and subsidy base to determine its carbon share and its impact on biodiversity conservation.
1.2. Proposing timeframe and type of key changes to tax base to prevent its erosion with decarbonization.
1.3. Proposing changes to the subsidy scheme of agricultural production to prevent incentives that hinder biodiversity conservation.
2. Proposal of alternatives and design of carbon pricing schemes.
2.1. review of alternatives, based on international experiences.
2.2. selection of best ones based on Uruguayan capacities and sectors.
3. Assessing the impact of climate and environmental measures in the Uruguayan trade.
3.1. Keeping track of developments regarding the incorporation of border carbon adjustment mechanisms in the trade agenda and other measures at the intersection of trade and environment; and
3.2. Analyze its impact in Uruguay trade.
4. Supporting the international agenda of the MEF, in particular the Minister´s presidency of the Development Committee of IMF/WB and the work of the MEF in the carbon pricing working group of the Coalition of Finance Minister for Climate Action.
A. Proposal for a tax structure transition
Product 1: A document containing (a) a proposal for a tax structure transition on the road to the de-carbonization of the economy and towards the fulfillment of the national objectives of biodiversity conservation, including (b) a proposal for a short-term decouple of the subsidy base from environmental externalities.
B. Proposal of alternatives and design of carbon pricing schemes
Product 2: Document synthesizing (a) review of alternatives for carbon pricing; and (b) a proposal of alternative carbon pricing schemes and its design.
C. Analysis of developments regarding the incorporation of border carbon adjustment mechanisms in the trade agenda and other measures at the intersection of trade and environment
Product 3: Document containing (a) a description and analysis of developments regarding the incorporation of border carbon adjustment mechanisms and other international measures at the intersection of trade and environment; (b) an analysis of the possible impacts of these measures on the trade flows of Uruguay.
Work Location
Home-based
Expected duration
5 months
**Responsibilities**:
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.
The UNEP Latin America and the Caribbean Office (LAC), located in Panama City, works closely with the 33 countries of the region and its activities are integrated into the Medium-Term Strategy and the Programme of Work approved by the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA).
UNEP´s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.
The Resource Efficiency (RE) Unit at ROLAC develops and strengthens green economy and sustainable consumption and production patterns and practices, through its portfolio which currently includes 28 projects on consumer information, sustainable public procurement, eco-innovation, sustainable tourism and circular economy in 33 countries. As part of its portfolio, the RE Unit is contributing to the implementation of the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) portfolio in the Region.
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), an interagency initiative involving the International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) supports nations and regions in reframing economic policies and practices around sustainability to foster economic growth, create income and jobs, reduce poverty and inequality, and strengthen the ecological foundations of their economies.
Since 2017, Uruguay has been part of PAGE. Uruguay seeks to contribute to national planning for development by promoting the incorporation of the green economy into public policies in key sectors. The Ministry of Industry, Energy and Mining (MIEM) is PAGE Uruguay's focal point. The MIEM is responsible for designing and implementing government policies to promote the transformation and strengthening of the productive sector for sustainable and inclusive development.
The Minister of Economy and Finance (MEF) is working o
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