In 2023, the Netherlands led European environmentally related tax revenues from pollution taxes in auxiliary financial services and insurance activities, with a substantial increase of 12.4% year-on-year, bringing its figure to $86.34 million. France followed with a moderate 4.21% rise, totaling $7.22 million. Ireland also witnessed growth at 3.02%, reaching $2.85 million. In contrast, Belgium experienced a 6.73% decline, while Denmark and Romania saw significant reductions of 14.41% and 18.93%, respectively. Notably, Latvia reported a remarkable 23.73% increase. Over the recent years, the compound annual growth rate indicates focused growth and adjustments in taxation policies across countries.
Looking ahead, attention should be directed towards countries like Latvia, where burgeoning tax revenues suggest potential shifts in environmental policies. Conversely, trends in nations with declining revenues, such as Denmark and Romania, warrant examination of regulatory changes or economic factors impacting such revenues. Monitoring these elements will be crucial for understanding future trajectories in Europe's environmentally related tax landscape.
Top countries in Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Pollution in Activities Auxiliary to Financial Services and Insurance Activities Share by Country (Million US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 86.34 | 2023 | +8.22% | +12.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 7.22 | 2023 | +4.39% | +4.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 2.85 | 2023 | +5.45% | +3.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1.73 | 2023 | -7.79% | -6.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 0.87 | 2023 | -4.3% | -3.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 0.62 | 2023 | +4.43% | +3.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 0.22 | 2023 | +7.47% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.092 | 2023 | -33.35% | -14.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.044 | 2023 | -0.91% | -1.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.014 | 2023 | +3.76% | +23.73% | View data |