The Fiscal Implications of Energy Transition in the Transport Sector: A Case Study of the Basque Country

Abstract

This Master Thesis analyses the socioeconomic and fiscal challenges that arise from the transition towards a climate-neutral economy by 2050 in the Basque Country. The research focuses on the gradual elimination of fossil fuels in the transport sector and evaluates the socioeconomic and fiscal implications of the decarbonization policy proposed. The study also highlights the importance of sensitivity analysis and household’s consumption patterns in analyzing the socioeconomic and fiscal impact of the energy transition. Overall, this Master’s Thesis provides valuable insights into the fiscal implications of the energy transition in the transport sector and offers policy recommendations for a sustainable and climate-neutral economy.