GEMET
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emission allowance
Definition

entitlement to emit a tonne of carbon dioxide, or an amount of any other greenhouse gas with an equivalent global warming potential, during a specified period

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Scope note

Improved definition (EN only): entitlement to emit a tonne of carbon dioxide or an amount of any other greenhouse gas with an equivalent global warming potential during a specified period

Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/15145