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HMRC has released a consultation document related to Landfill Tax. Proposals include some major changes to the existing system that would roll out over the next 5 years. As you might expect, the main industry impacted is likely to be the construction sector.
The main environmental tax applied in Singapore is the Carbon Tax, which is levied on industrial facilities emitting at least 25,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO₂e) annually. This tax covers around 70% of emissions and the tax rate has been gradually increasing
When it comes to reducing the use of plastics – and particularly single use plastics – there are 3 main routes to regulation: Taxes, Credits, and Outright Bans
As many of our readers will be aware, identifying who in the organisation is responsible for Sustainability measures can be confusing. In this report, Gartner looks at how the Supply Chain teams are impacted by many regulations. Readers may want to check in with their own supply chain teams to assure alignment throughout their businesses.
Not wholly related to environmental taxes, PwC’s report highights many of the key actions being taken by businesses, especially regarding carbon and climate commitments.
Canada has officially removed the consumer carbon tax, effective April 1, 2025.
The European Union (EU) has released consultation documents regarding the amendment of the Deforestation Regulation. The proposed changes centre on additions and amendments to the products impacts by the regulation.
Short Summary
Overview of the EU’s Plastic Waste Regulations
Currently, action to reduce and discourage the use of plastics in Australia is covered by state and federal governments, leading to a weakly-coordinated approach.
