Analysis of Fuel Pricing and Its Effects on Social, Economical And Environmental Issues

Getting 5.7% growth in the economy has been one of the most important objectives that the government of I.R.Iran was following during the 3rd 5 years development plan. Each year energy is consumed more than the last year and the price of oil and gas energy is usually less than the real prices. In this study the importance of increasing energy prices was investigated. Increasing energy prices have some influences on economic and social issues, especially on environment. For development of energy, the experts have recommended 4 methods. All methods were analyzed and assessed social, economical and environmental impacts. Field surveys also have been done by direct interviews. The results showed that many people believed that the increases in fossil fuel prices cause inflation, but the negative impacts may be controled. Advantages and disadvantages of each recommended method has been discussed