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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Claudia Sheinbaum announces that she will lower the IEPS on gasoline

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a reduction in the Special Tax on Production and Services (IEPS) on gasoline and diesel to mitigate high fuel prices and shortages.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

There is a Strong Fight Around the European Carbon Tax

European Union states are demanding a reform of the carbon tax due to high energy prices, with differing opinions on how to implement the changes.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Sven Schulze: CDU Minister President Calls for New Fuel Discount

Sven Schulze, the Minister President of Saxony-Anhalt, demands a reduction in energy taxes due to rising fuel prices linked to the conflict in Iran, reflecting concerns ahead of an upcoming state election.

Mar 15 โ€ข 03:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Hatta Energy denounces that a computer failure at the Tax Agency completely paralyzes its operations

Hatta Energy has reported that a computer failure at the Spanish Tax Agency has halted its operations, jeopardizing fuel supply amidst a crisis and rising oil prices.

Mar 13 โ€ข 20:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The fuel price relief measures have been withdrawn - now everything depends on one card

The Estonian government decided to cancel the planned spring tax increases on fuel while announcing participation in an International Energy Agency program for crisis reserves.

Mar 12 โ€ข 21:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

The government decided to cancel the planned tax increases for May

The Estonian government has decided to cancel planned tax increases on energy carriers due in May due to rising prices amid the Middle East crisis.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Cuerpo announces that there will be tax measures for agriculture and transportation without specifying when they will be approved

The Spanish government plans to implement targeted tax measures for the agriculture and transportation sectors to alleviate the impact of the energy crisis, although specific approval dates have not been disclosed.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Latvia may market up to 40,000 tons of oil reserves; will promote windfall tax on traders and lower excise duty

Latvia plans to release 40,000 tons of oil products into the market, while emphasizing that its strategic reserves should remain intact due to the unpredictable situation.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Estonia Abandons the Increased Energy Resource Excise Tax Planned for May

Estonia's Prime Minister announced the decision to abandon a planned increase in energy excise taxes due to rising instability and prices.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Member of Parliament Proposes Removal of Diesel Fuel Tax โ€“ Hereโ€™s His Justification

Finnish MP Mia Laiho argues for the removal of the diesel fuel tax, citing its diminishing rationale and the rising costs influenced by international events.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

The government decided to cancel the planned tax increases for May

The Estonian government has canceled planned tax increases on energy carriers scheduled for May to alleviate the impact of rising fossil fuel prices due to the US-Israel conflict affecting Iran.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Kolvart: it is not normal that we have to talk about tax changes every time there is a crisis

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal announced that the government is postponing planned fuel and electricity excise tax increases amid discussions on the impact of Middle Eastern events on the energy market.

Mar 11 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Housing Crisis: The European Parliament Demands Tax Incentives, Funding, and Less Bureaucracy

The European Parliament is urging for initiatives to address the housing crisis in Europe, highlighting the urgency of providing secure living conditions for millions of Europeans.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Scrapping North Sea windfall tax would not reduce UK energy bills, say experts

Experts argue that easing the windfall tax on North Sea oil and gas profits will not lower energy bills for British consumers, but will increase company profits instead.

Mar 10 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

The Center Party and Isamaa Want to Cancel Fuel Tax Increase

Opposition parties in Estonia are proposing bills to cancel scheduled fuel tax increases set to take effect on May 1.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The PP's anti-inflation plan includes doubling the tax deduction for children

The PP in Spain proposes fiscal measures to combat inflation, including a reduction of the VAT on energy and a 200-euro tax relief on personal income taxes.

Mar 10 โ€ข 01:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

War in Iran, the EU implements emergency measures: bill reductions and more renewables

The EU is introducing emergency measures including tax cuts on electricity bills and increased support for renewable energy in response to the Iranian conflict and its impact on Gulf nations.

Mar 9 โ€ข 21:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Sumar urges PSOE to approve a social shield with a tax on energy companies and a cap on food prices

Sumar has called on PSOE to urgently implement a social shield to mitigate the economic impacts from the Middle East conflict, proposing a tax on energy firms and price limits on food.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Przemysล‚aw Czarnek is getting rid of photovoltaics. The reason? "It doesn't make sense"

Przemysล‚aw Czarnek, a Polish political figure, voiced skepticism about renewable energy sources while presenting a new fuel tax bill and responding to criticisms at a PiS convention.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The PP proposes reducing the VAT on energy to 10% during the war and a tax relief of 200 euros in IRPF

The PP in Spain is proposing to reduce the VAT on energy to 10% and provide a tax relief of 200 euros to address the economic impacts of the war in Iran.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A massive complex is rising in southern Finland, with electricity consumption reaching new heights - This is what it looks like

Microsoft is constructing some of Finland's largest data centers in Vihd, Espoo, and Kirkkonummi, with their electricity consumption set to be addressed through renewable energy purchases.

Mar 8 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

The Storting Stops Increased Tax on Small Hydropower

The Norwegian government has halted plans to lower the threshold for the resource rent tax on small hydropower plants, responding to opposition from a parliamentary majority.

Mar 5 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

ลฝ. Vaiฤiลซnas spoke about the new tax: says it wonโ€™t have significant negative impacts

Lithuanian Energy Minister ลฝ. Vaiฤiลซnas reassured that a proposed new tax on electricity from self-generating consumers will have minimal impact.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Expecting electricity prices to rise alongside proposed tax changes

Proposed tax changes in Iceland may lead to increased electricity prices as the country plans to remove exemptions for energy facilities from property tax.

Feb 28 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Transcorp reports N136bn PAT, up 44%

Transcorp, a Nigerian conglomerate, reported a 44% increase in its Profit After Tax for FY 2025, reaching N135.9 billion, alongside significant growth in revenue and total assets.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

5% VAT on Electricity? Poland Skeptical of European Commission Proposal

Poland expresses skepticism regarding the European Commission's proposals to lower electricity costs through tax reductions and budget adjustments.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Energy is the main bottleneck for the advancement of data centers, says Ascenty

Ascenty, a Brazilian data center construction company, expresses optimism about the approval of a new tax regime but cites energy distribution issues as a potential hindrance to expansion.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Property tax on energy facilities to flow to municipalities

A new policy will redirect property tax revenue from energy facilities to municipalities in Iceland.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Walking Back the Carbon Tax Is a Step Backwards for South Africa's Climate Gains

The South African government faces pressure to suspend the carbon tax, which critics argue would undermine climate goals and energy reform.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Renewable energies generate more than 2 billion euros per year in tax revenue for local authorities

Renewable energy sources in France generate over 2 billion euros annually for local tax revenues, which sparks both criticism and support among stakeholders.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

The status of a close person and income tax. The session of the Sejm starts. Where to watch?

The Polish Sejm is set to convene for its 51st session, where members will discuss various legislative matters including amendments related to energy law and tax information exchange.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Reinsalu: The sharp rise in electricity prices is a consequence of flawed energy policy, paradoxically the state benefits from it

Urmas Reinsalu argues that the recent high electricity prices in Estonia stem from both increased consumption and government energy policy decisions.

Feb 8 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Brussels will propose a radical reduction in the taxation of our electricity bills

The European Commission is set to recommend lower taxes on electricity compared to fossil fuels to facilitate energy transition and electrification of the economy.

Feb 7 โ€ข 15:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

ร˜rsted Lands Billion Surplus in 2025

ร˜rsted reported a post-tax surplus of 3.2 billion kroner for 2025, significantly up from 16 million kroner the previous year, with revenue exceeding 73.2 billion kroner.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF decides that the Government of Piauรญ can resume charging ICMS on excess solar energy

The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil has reinstated the tax on the excess solar energy generated by consumers in Piauรญ who utilize the Electric Energy Compensation System.

Feb 5 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Defender investigates increase in rates on customer bills with solar energy systems in RN

The Public Defender's Office of Rio Grande do Norte is investigating changes in public lighting tax and ICMS that have led to increased energy bills for consumers with solar energy generation systems.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Vestas increases sales and profit

Vestas has shown a steady recovery since 2022, with a sales increase of nearly nine percent in 2025, achieving 18.8 billion euros in revenue and a post-tax profit of 780 million euros.

Feb 5 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Body warned Montero: forcing energy companies to pay 110% VAT in advance will result in a multitude of lawsuits

The Spanish Treasury has revised its fuel distribution regulations shortly after implementing the new law, indicating potential legal challenges ahead for energy companies forced to pay advance VAT.

Feb 5 โ€ข 03:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Electricity prices on the stock market are high today as well

The price of electricity on the market today exceeds yesterday's rates, with an average tax-included cost of over 48 cents per kilowatt-hour, predicted to rise even higher in the afternoon due to low wind energy production and ongoing cold weather.

Feb 3 โ€ข 02:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions of people who work from home hit with HMRC tax change from April 2026

Starting from April 2026, millions of remote workers will lose the ability to claim tax relief on additional household expenses incurred from working at home, including costs for energy and broadband.

Jan 15 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Solar Self-Consumption Faces Issues with Financial Aid and Tax Incentives

The Spanish government's push for solar self-consumption is encountering significant obstacles related to financial aid and tax incentives, leading to a stagnation of the initiative.

Jan 15 โ€ข 03:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

SPD Rejects Union's Demand for Quick Tax Cuts for Companies

The SPD has rejected the Union's demand for quick corporate tax cuts, arguing that helping the economy requires investments in infrastructure and low energy prices instead.

Jan 8 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

PASOK: Agricultural electricity at 7 cents for 5 years and tax-free fuel at the pump

The PASOK party proposes agricultural electricity at a maximum price of 7 cents per kilowatt-hour for five years, along with tax-free diesel at the pump and measures for energy communities to promote energy justice for the agricultural sector.

Jan 7 โ€ข 08:43 UTC

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