The Energy Problem in Liechtenstein



The Energy Problem in Liechtenstein

Introduction

In Liechtenstein, the public debate is centred on issue of global warming and on the energy production caused by the greenhouse effect linked with it since years ago. Especially, in association with rejection of mass nuclear powers by opinion of the public and the hoped or desired substitution by alternative energy resources. Recently, the discussion has been restarted on due to the dramatic shift in the prices of energy, especially in the petroleum and its related products. The supplication of energy is subjected to several constraints such as geo-political risks, security of supply, profitability, climatic protections, vulnerability to accidents, the supply of water, safeguarding the environment, and the overall country-side.

The European Commission affirms its connection with some precautionary principles which is based on the determination of an up to standard level of risk and hazards for representing a decision of a high political responsibility. Therefore, it is not just a risk in general that is related to the secured supply that must be thrown in balance but also to welfare concerned of public itself.

Discussion

Climatic related policies in Liechtenstein

The climatic policies of Liechtenstein are heavily established in its other sectors, with the vital focus in the areas of energy, transport, the environment, forestry, and agriculture in terms of its policies. Several measures have been taken place in all these areas in order to reduce the levels of emissions of GHG. International cooperation is of great significance in the small size of the economy. A good relationship with Switzerland is relatively important. The customs of Liechtenstein treaty with other countries facilitates bilateral operations and cross-border activities in several areas. These things assist Liechtenstein in many cases of policies implementation that are similar to the policies which are also applicable in Switzerland. For example, taxes on mineral oils, government regulations on ecologically related substances. Consequently, most of the areas of policy are closely connected to the policies of Swiss in terms of both implementation and content. Liechtenstein has pre-settled some of its goals for the sustainability of its policies. As per the Government model of 1995, there was a call for conservative utilization of resources, preservation of quality in terms of life, and initiations of sustainable policies with an affirmation that the Government must contribute in finding solutions to several global environment issues. Most currently, these programs are making priority policies in climatic conditions.

Environmental Policies

The introduction of the particular laws and legislations regarding environment has been deliberately avoided by Liechtenstein. Some accurate provisions are to be established in the policies which are governed in various sectors. As per the technical implementation of those legislations, Liechtenstein is often limited because of its customized treaty with Switzerland, such as VOC taxes, substances regulations, SO2 taxes etc.

The 1985's Act of Air Pollution Prevention regulates the emission targets and inter alia for stationary installations, utmost levels of air pollution, and taking measures in surpassing the emission targets, as well as requirements of ...