Target Subsidies Based on Vulnerability, Not Usage
Electricity is, of course, an essential staple of life, but that does not mean it is free, says Mike Thomas in a recent article for Energy Watch. The idea of targeting subsidies is that whilst no one likes the price of anything to increase, subsidising those who can afford it is costly, can be thought of as unfair, and may leave less support for those who cannot. Of course this can mean there may be some sacrifice during periods of higher prices.
