The Netherlands led European environmentally related tax revenue on pollution in 2024, with a notable 8.28% year-on-year increase. Conversely, the UK saw a decline of 7.2%. France and Malta showed growth at 4.86% and 4.89%, respectively. Poland, Italy, and Switzerland experienced declines. Lithuania and Serbia recorded moderate gains, while Bulgaria faced a significant drop of 35.5%. Sweden, Estonia, and Romania displayed positive growth trends. The region overall exhibited diverse performance, with certain countries showing resilience in adapting to environmental taxation, while others lagged.
Future trends to watch include increasing regulatory pressure driving higher tax revenues in countries adopting aggressive green policies and shifting consumer preferences towards greener vehicle options, which may influence tax bases and revenue allocations across Europe.
Top countries in Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Pollution in Wholesale and Retail Trade and Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP = 2015)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 23.69 | 2023 | -0.1% | +8.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 18.31 | 2023 | -9.46% | -7.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 16.71 | 2023 | +3.68% | +4.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 12.57 | 2023 | -6.11% | -4.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.95 | 2023 | -1.25% | -2.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Malta | 5.62 | 2023 | +6.67% | +4.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 3.59 | 2023 | +4.66% | +4.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 3.36 | 2023 | +2.12% | -0.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 2.95 | 2023 | -3.85% | -2.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 2.15 | 2023 | -0.57% | +2.88% | View data |
