The data shows that in 2023, France led European countries in environmentally related tax revenue from energy taxes in sports and amusement activities, with a contribution of 26.19 million US dollars PPP from 2015, followed by Italy and the Netherlands. The highest year-on-year increases in 2023 were observed in Italy, Hungary, and Malta, with growth rates of 8.67%, 5.8%, and 3.34% respectively. Conversely, Spain, Poland, and other Eastern European countries saw declines in tax revenue. Over the past five years, revenue trends indicate varying degrees of stabilization and decline, with fluctuations driven predominantly by energy pricing policies and consumer behavior.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in tax policies across Europe aimed at increasing sustainability in sports and recreational activities. Additionally, as renewable energy sources become more prevalent, countries may see shifts in tax revenue distributions. Policy reforms and economic changes, including carbon pricing mechanisms, will likely influence these dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Energy in Sports Activities and Amusement and Recreation Activities Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP = 2015)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 26.19 | 2023 | +6.1% | +2.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 18.07 | 2023 | +2.66% | +8.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 16.05 | 2023 | +13.3% | +1.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 12.33 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4.66 | 2023 | +2.73% | -4.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 3.59 | 2023 | +2.13% | +2.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 3.45 | 2023 | +2.66% | +2.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.01 | 2023 | +1.19% | -4.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 2.96 | 2023 | +1.72% | +1.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 2.62 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.34% | View data |
