This paper analyses the role of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) in Spain as a factor to balance the driving force CO2 emissions. To that end, a multi-sectoral analysis based on the Log-Mean Divisia Index Method (LMDI I) was conducted for the 1995-2009 period.Data came from the World Input-Output Database (WIOD) and determined the period under consideration. The paper focuses on the 35 productive sectors included in the WIOD.Major findings show that RES acted in detriment to the drivers of CO2 emissions. This can be stated for the last few years under consideration. The positive trend for the share of RES in Spain's energy matrix together with the negative tendency in the use of fossil fuels leads us to be optimistic.The results are interesting, not only for researchers but also for utility companies and policy-makers. In fact, this paper speaks directly to the authorities of Spain and their political agenda with regard to RES policy.

The aim of this paper is to identify the main drivers of CO 2 emissions in Spain, using an enhanced Structural Decomposition Analysis (SDA) from an extended Input-Output Model, which would allow both the direct and indirect effects of possible drivers to be captured. Six factors are considered; for two of them at wo-level decomposition is conducted. The approach used is a multisectoral one that offers a fine analysis, which is interesting for policy discussion. Data came from the World Input-Output Database

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Despite its environmental benefits, the amount of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in use within the European Union 28 is still very limited. Poor penetration might be explained by certain factors that dissuade potential buyers. To balance these factors and promote electro-mobility, Member States have established incentives to increase demand. However, the various measures are scattered. This paper contributes to fill the gap in the literature by offering an overall view of the main measures. The authors will focus on measures to promote electro-mobility within the EU28 until 2014. After an in-depth and comprehensive review of the relevant measures, the authors conclude that the most important policy instruments to promote EVs are tax and infrastructure measures in addition to financial incentives for purchasing and supporting R&D projects. Regardless of the scarcity of EV registration data, the available information allows us to conclude that higher EV penetration levels appear in countries where the registration tax, the ownership tax, or both taxes have developed a partial green tax by including CO 2 emissions in the calculation of the final invoice.

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