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This work aims at analysing the impacts of an aviation tax in Italy and at proposing a general methodology to manage the complex effects of introducing environmental taxes. After a review of the literature and the analysis of the possible structures of the tax, its effects, at various levels, are calculated under a partial-equilibrium model. These are then introduced in an Input-Output model to evaluate the impacts on the other sectors of the economy. Finally, different revenue-recycling options are discussed. We propose as an instrument of comparison the Green Taxation Matrix (GTM) that can act as a guide for policy-makers.[JEL Classification: D57, H23, Q52, Q58]
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Markandya, A., Ricci, E.C. (2012). Green Taxes on Aviation: The Case of Italy. The Proposal of the Green Taxation Matrix. In: Castellucci, L., Markandya, A. (eds) Environmental Taxes and Fiscal Reform. Central Issues in Contemporary Economic Theory and Policy. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230392403_7
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