| Abstract [eng] |
The dissertation examines transformations of the welfare state under conditions of climate change as a form of social risk. Drawing on the theory of the climate risk society and the concept of the eco-social state, it analyzes the interaction and tensions between social and environmental objectives in public policy. The study develops an evaluation framework for eco-social policy based on criteria of environmental effectiveness, social justice, public acceptability, and investment potential. The empirical part applies microsimulation to assess five carbon taxation scenarios in Lithuania and their impact on different household groups. The findings show that the effects of climate policy depend on its design and redistribution mechanisms: poorly designed measures may increase social inequality, while eco-social strategies create conditions for socially just and sustainable decarbonization. |
