The changing role of transaction costs in the evolution of joint implementation Author Collamer N., Rose A. Journal/Series International Environmental Affairs | Vol. 9(4); 274 - 288; 15 p. Date 1997 Source IUCN (ID: ANA-061984) Publisher | Place of publication University Press of New England | Hanover, NH, USA Language English Field of application International Subject Air & atmosphere Keyword Subsidy/incentive Joint implementation Abstract This article analyses how transaction-related functions will change as joint implementation evolves. The authors postulate how these functions might be provided as various stages and offer an estimate of the relative magnitude of their cost and benefit. They conclude that transaction costs could serve as a significant impetus for the movement from joint implementation to marketable permits Other references Treaty United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Treaty | Multilateral | New York | Jun 22, 1992 Keyword: Climate change, Intergenerational equity, Technology transfer, Data collection/reporting, International organization, Education, Access-to-information, Sustainable development, Inventory, Emissions, EIA, Research, Dispute settlement, Monitoring, Precautionary principle, Ozone layer, Public participation Source: IUCN (ID: TRE-001147)