European Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Pollution in Manufacturing of Textiles, Wearing Apparel and Leather Products Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP = 2015)

In 2023, the Netherlands led European countries in environmentally related tax revenue from pollution in textile, apparel, and leather manufacturing, with $29.77 million. Spain and France showed notable growth, increasing by 3.84% and 4.13%, respectively. The revenue decline was evident in Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic, with Poland down 0.9% and the Czech Republic experiencing a sharp drop of 33.37%. Switzerland and Estonia recorded significant growth in contrast, with increases of 6.59% and 5.46% respectively. Over the past five years, trends have varied significantly, with diverse annual growth rates reflecting different national tax policies and industry dynamics.

Future trends to watch include intensified regulatory measures in the EU for reducing pollution in manufacturing industries, which may drive further increases in tax revenues. Additionally, innovation in sustainable production processes could alter the landscape of environmental taxation in the sector, potentially reducing reliance on pollution-based tax revenue while encouraging greener practices.