The Netherlands leads in environmental tax revenue from pollution, with $61.92 million, reflecting a slight decline in 2023. Belgium follows at $11.91 million but also saw a decrease. Slovakia showcased growth, while Poland experienced a significant drop. Portugal and Austria demonstrated upward trends, albeit with smaller contributions. Iceland had notable growth, unlike Hungary and Switzerland, which faced declines. Sweden and Latvia exhibited strong growth, with Latvia seeing the highest year-on-year increase. These variations highlight differing national priorities and economic actions in environmental taxation.
Future trends to watch include the increasing role of environmental policies and technological advancements. Countries may integrate more robust green policies amid EU climate goals, driving up tax revenues. Monitoring legislative changes and economic conditions will be key in predicting shifts in tax revenue from environmental actions.
Top countries in Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Pollution in Activities of Membership Organisations Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP = 2015)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 61.92 | 2023 | -1.95% | -1.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 11.91 | 2023 | -4.65% | -3.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 10.27 | 2023 | +5.84% | +2.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.48 | 2023 | -12.06% | -8.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 1.6 | 2023 | +0.99% | +3.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 1.23 | 2023 | +4.57% | +1.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 1.19 | 2023 | +17.94% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 1.11 | 2023 | +5.15% | +12.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 0.85 | 2023 | +0.9% | +2.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 0.74 | 2023 | +4.53% | -0.5% | View data |
