January 2, 2013

Unintended consequences - taxing fuel to 'save the environment'

From Euronews:
Smog hits Athens as cash-strapped residents choose fire over fuel
Bad news for austerity-stricken Greeks is also proving to be bad news for the environment – specifically the air quality in Athens.

Wood has soared in popularity, with many of the city’s residents using it to heat their houses, after an increase in duty has seen the price of heating oil double in two years.

The government says the price hike is to stop motorists putting it in their car, instead of more expensive diesel.
Heh... People are not stupid and if you deny them a preferred source of energy, they will fall back on more traditional sources. Actions have consequences and this is a perfect example of why government masterminds will always fail -- these are not smart people, they are just politically well-connected. Posted by DaveH at January 2, 2013 12:18 PM
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