Under the EPA's tradable allowances program, clean energy is ______ and dirty energy is ______.
A) taxed; subsidized
B) taxed; taxed
C) subsidized; taxed
D) subsidized; subsidized

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Under the EPA's tradable allowances program, clean energy is subsidized while dirty energy is taxed. This program encourages companies to reduce their emissions and invest in cleaner energy sources by providing financial incentives for doing so. Companies that exceed their allowed emissions can purchase allowances from those who emit fewer pollutants, creating a market for clean air. This approach has been successful in reducing emissions and promoting the transition to clean energy.

Under the EPA's Tradable Allowances Program, Clean Energy Is ______