Denmark's Emissions Tax on Agriculture

Denmark will introduce the world’s first emissions tax on agriculture from 2030, requiring farmers to pay for greenhouse gases released by their cows, sheep, and pigs. The aim is to lower greenhouse gas emissions by 70 percent by 2030.

Denmark's Agriculture Emissions Tax

Denmark will introduce the world’s first emissions tax on agriculture from 2030, requiring farmers to pay for greenhouse gases released by their livestock. The aim is to lower greenhouse gas emissions by 70 percent by 2030, moving towards climate neutrality by 2045.

Denmark's Tax on Livestock for Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Denmark will tax livestock farmers for greenhouse gases emitted by their animals, aiming to reduce methane emissions. The tax will start at $43 per ton of CO2 equivalent in 2030 and increase to $108 by 2035.

Climate Change: Rising Levels of Heat-Trapping Gases

Levels of heat-trapping gases in the atmosphere reached historic highs in 2023, with carbon dioxide and methane rising significantly. Methane emissions are a major concern due to their potency and rapid increase. Efforts to reduce greenhouse gases are ongoing but significant work remains.

Man Arrested for Smuggling Greenhouse Gases into U.S.

A man in San Diego has been arrested and charged for smuggling greenhouse gases into the United States, violating regulations set to slow climate change.