In 2023, Austria led in European environmentally related tax revenue from transport in postal and courier activities, with an actual value of 36.17 million US dollars (PPP = 2015). Sweden and Hungary showed notable increases with y-o-y variations of 4.3% and 7.49%, respectively. Conversely, the Netherlands and Ireland saw declines, with variations of -14.0% and -10.41%. Over the past five years, there have been fluctuating trends with continued shifts expected, particularly in countries with recent policy changes affecting transport taxation.
Looking ahead, emphasis on sustainability and carbon reduction may lead to policy adjustments affecting tax structures. Countries investing in greener transport solutions might see changes in tax revenue, coupled with broader EU-level regulatory shifts targeting environmental impacts of transport. These dynamics highlight increased fiscal and environmental strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Transport in Postal and Courier Activities Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP = 2015)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 36.17 | 2023 | +3.46% | +3.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 11.74 | 2023 | -2.77% | -2.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 6.8 | 2023 | +1.39% | +4.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6.34 | 2023 | -4.18% | -14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 5.66 | 2023 | -0.34% | +0.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 4.78 | 2023 | +0.018% | +2.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 4.43 | 2023 | +2.76% | +2.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 3.79 | 2023 | +1.8% | +0.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 3.23 | 2023 | +0.69% | -0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 2.89 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.16% | View data |
