Climate polices for transformative changes in new sustainable supply chains From ore to vehicles

Important results from the project

The purpose of the project has been to investigate what policy instruments and strategies can contribute to and facilitate the transition to zero-carbon in the Swedish value chain from iron ore extraction to final product, with a particular focus on vehicles. Today this value chain gives rise to a significant share of total carbon dioxide emissions in Sweden. The project contributes with an increased understanding of the barriers that the various actors along the value chain face, as well as what new or revised policy instruments are needed to overcome these barriers.

Expected long term effects

From our analysis we conclude that a successful transition relies on that: (a) that the EU´s climate package Fit for 55 is fully implemented and not weakened in future reviews; (b) the permitting process is streamlined by, for example, promoting collaboration and dialogue between authorities and business representatives; (c) measures are taken to ensure uniformity in definitions and system boundaries; and (d) there is an increased element of risk and value sharing at local, municipal and state level.

Approach and implementation

Through interviews and workshops with key stakeholders in the value chain, we have obtained different perspectives on the barriers that stand in the way of the transition. An analysis was then carried out to identify which changes and additions to existing policy instruments can deal with these barriers. The analysis is based on current research on how different combinations of policy instruments can contribute to driving the climate transition and managing the wider societal transformation that this transition brings.