In 2023, Finland had the highest global tax expenditure on coal for consumers at 0.14% of GDP, slightly increasing by 1.34% compared to the previous year. Portugal saw a significant rise of 10.95%, reaching 0.12%. Slovakia, Germany, and Netherlands also had notable year-on-year variations. Conversely, several countries, like Slovenia and Austria, experienced declines, with Lithuania showing the largest decrease of 12.94%. Switzerland had the highest growth at 14.87%. Over the last five years, the average annual changes (CAGR) indicate varied impacts, with some nations like the Netherlands and Switzerland expanding, while others contracted their coal tax expenditures.
Looking ahead, nations will likely re-evaluate their coal consumption approaches due to environmental commitments and energy transition goals. The downward trend in expenditures for some countries suggests increasing focus on cleaner energy sources. Meanwhile, rising tax expenditures in other regions could indicate compliance with more stringent regulatory frameworks on coal usage, impacting consumer coal-based energy costs.
Top countries in Tax Expenditure on Coal for Consumers by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of GDP | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 0.14 | 2023 | +3.7% | +1.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 0.12 | 2023 | +8.41% | +10.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 0.087 | 2023 | +3.57% | +1.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 0.05 | 2023 | -1.96% | -4.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 0.021 | 2023 | +10.53% | +13.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 0.019 | 2023 | -9.52% | -9.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 0.014 | 2023 | +7.69% | +4.94% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 0.012 | 2023 | -7.69% | -5.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 0.006 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 0.003 | 2023 | 0% | -9.71% | View data |
