In 2023, the Netherlands led Europe in tax revenue from pollution taxes related to water collection, treatment, and supply, totaling 7.04 million USD. This was followed by France, the UK, and Italy, with respective revenues of 5.87, 5.33, and 4.96 million USD. Notably, the Czech Republic, Denmark, and Sweden reported the lowest revenues in this category. Year-on-year trends from 2023 indicate notable declines for countries like Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Lithuania, whereas Serbia showed a positive growth rate. Austria and Sweden also experienced minor increases in revenue.
Looking ahead, European countries are likely to focus on policy adjustments to boost revenue from environmentally related taxes. As environmental awareness grows and regulatory measures tighten, countries may implement more stringent policies aimed at reducing water pollution and promoting sustainable water supply and treatment practices. Monitoring these regulatory changes and their impact on tax revenue could provide insights into not only environmental policies but also economic incentives within the EU framework.
Top countries in Environmentally Related Tax Revenue from Taxes on Pollution in Water Collection, Treatment and Supply by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 7.04 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 5.87 | 2023 | -5.88% | -1.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 5.33 | 2023 | -4.3% | -5.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4.96 | 2023 | -0.94% | -4.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 3.9 | 2023 | -13.37% | -10.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 2.72 | 2023 | -1.66% | -1.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.4 | 2023 | -1.86% | -1.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 1.59 | 2023 | -0.88% | -0.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.48 | 2023 | -3.82% | -5.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 0.35 | 2023 | -46.52% | -40.01% | View data |
