How U.S. tax law is driving higher transport emissions
GreenBiz
MARCH 12, 2024
The tax code incentivizes the purchase of private jets and large SUVs, which is at odds with U.S. climate priorities.
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PotlatchDeltic Shares Tax Strategy and Importance of Transparency
3BL Media
APRIL 26, 2024
Our approach to tax aims to align with the needs and long-term interests of our various stakeholders including governments, shareholders, employees, and the communities where we operate. When considering tax affairs, we consider the Company’s corporate and social responsibilities and reputation and the benefit of transparency on tax matters.
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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization
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Is it time to axe the carbon tax?
Corporate Knights
MARCH 25, 2024
That was the governing Liberals’ response to Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre’s call for the next Canadian election to be a “carbon tax election.” Polling from Nanos indicates that nearly half of Canadians don’t believe that the carbon tax is effective, and as the people whose behaviour it is designed to influence, they should know.
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Unlocking Opportunities: Exploring Tax Credit Investment and the Vast Potential of the IRA
GreenBiz
MARCH 13, 2024
In this hour-long webcast, you’ll learn about a central mechanism for allocating these incentives is through tax credits and much more.
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Free Tax Prep Services Secures Nearly $43M in Tax Refunds for Entergy Customers in 2023
3BL Media
APRIL 9, 2024
"Entergy's assistance with my taxes was truly a blessing. Thanks to their support, I received a substantial tax refund that I couldn't have managed on my own, and it didn't cost me a penny." Last year, our IRS-certified employees contributed more than 2,800 volunteer hours to help vulnerable customers prepare and file tax returns.
Last-Minute Tax Season Tips for Making the Most of Your Tax Return
3BL Media
APRIL 1, 2024
Tax season isn’t just a time to gather all your necessary paperwork together in time for the filing deadline. If you're expecting a tax refund, Chad Wolfe , our favorite money coach and student loan specialist at the My Secure Advantage financial coaching program, has offered some awesome tips to help you make the most of it.
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The power of clean energy tax credits: A 10-year, $1 trillion opportunity
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Under the Inflation Reduction Act, sustainability professionals can tap into tax credits to boost sustainability budgets.
3 ways corporate tax teams are integral for ESG strategy
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Corporate tax teams can help companies seize incentive-fueled investment opportunities and credits meant to fund a transition to clean energy.
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Is it time for a meat tax?
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 18, 2022
In our view, the most likely result will be simple, direct taxes on meat and animal products. Our latest research , published in the Review of Environmental Economics and Policy, considered how an environmental tax on meat could work. There are several ways to do this, but each intervention poses its own difficulties.
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Fossil tax tweak promises to squeeze more money from gas super profits
Renew Economy
JANUARY 14, 2024
Federal treasurer Jim Chalmers says proposed changes to the PRRT will mean the offshore gas industry "pays more tax sooner." The post Fossil tax tweak promises to squeeze more money from gas super profits appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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UK imposes new carbon tax on imports: what you need to know
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The United Kingdom announced plans to impose a carbon tax on certain goods exported into the country.
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Aviation fuel tax credits in limbo over accounting dispute
GreenBiz
JULY 25, 2023
The divide is largely over whether sustainable aviation fuel derived from corn-based ethanol and other agricultural crops should qualify for a tax credit created by the Inflation Reduction Act.
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Crux 2023 Clean Energy Transferable Tax Credit Market Intelligence Report
GreenBiz
JANUARY 16, 2024
The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is expected to catalyze $3 trillion of investment in the US over the next 10 years (according to Goldman Sachs), principally through its use of clean energy tax credits, many of which are transferable for the first time. This report — based on $3.5
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“Just get it done:” Survey finds public support for tax on fossil exports
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
New survey finds strong public support for The Superpower Institute's proposal to bring back a carbon tax. The post “Just get it done:” Survey finds public support for tax on fossil exports appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Greens propose gas tax “with teeth” that could deliver $95bn in revenue
Renew Economy
APRIL 14, 2023
The Greens say a gas tax that “actually works” could raise $94.5 billion in the coming decade, in new push for reform of the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax. The post Greens propose gas tax “with teeth” that could deliver $95bn in revenue appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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What if we slapped carbon taxes on shareholders not consumers?
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 18, 2023
Implications for a carbon tax Our detailed comparison could help change how governments think about carbon taxes. Typically, a carbon tax is applied to fossil fuels when they enter the economy. Coal, oil and gas producers then pass this tax on to consumers. More than two dozen countries have a carbon tax, and U.S.
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Miners seek share of tax relief to dig for net-zero
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
The post Miners seek share of tax relief to dig for net-zero appeared first on RenewEconomy. Nickel and lithium producers warn the slump in prices is crushing net-zero dreams, terminating more than 1000 jobs and mothballing projects.
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Gas giants paying zero income tax on Australian operations, new data shows
Renew Economy
MAY 16, 2022
As the gas and oil industry gathers in Brisbane for the annual APPEA summit, data shows some member companies paid no income tax for past seven years. The post Gas giants paying zero income tax on Australian operations, new data shows appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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“Tax excess profits:” Higher taxes, not subsidies, could be key to solving energy crisis
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2022
Taxing the 'super profits' of gas companies could help governments cut the energy costs of consumers, and fund energy efficiency improvements. The post “Tax excess profits:” Higher taxes, not subsidies, could be key to solving energy crisis appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Tax Reporting Shows That Companies Are Accountable for Their Impacts
3BL Media
MARCH 29, 2022
New edition of The GRI Perspective explores tax as a sustainability topic. And why is momentum towards full tax transparency gathering pace, in markets around the world? The GRI Perspective: We need to talk about tax addresses these key questions, charting the convergence behind one reporting standard – GRI 207: Tax.
Baker Tilly’s New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) Mapping Tool
3BL Media
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Look at every opportunity to finance projects by evaluating their eligibility for tax credit financing through the NMTC program, which is designed to support investment in low-income communities. Use the interactive tax credit mapping tool to help determine if a project may qualify within eligible census tracts. As of Sept.
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EV tax credits: A whole lot of speculation, interpretation — and lawsuits?
GreenBiz
APRIL 11, 2023
The Treasury Department's long-awaited guidance on EV tax credit eligibility offers both clarity and confusion.
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Labor’s timid fossil rent tax should be revamped into a Norway-like wealth fund
Renew Economy
MAY 7, 2023
The post Labor’s timid fossil rent tax should be revamped into a Norway-like wealth fund appeared first on RenewEconomy. Gas companies have long been gaming the resources rent system, but copying the Norwegian scheme would have vast benefits.
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Green propose gas tax “with teeth” that could deliver $95bn in revenue
Renew Economy
APRIL 14, 2023
The Greens say a gas tax that “actually works” could raise $94.5 billion in the coming decade, in new push for reform of the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax. The post Green propose gas tax “with teeth” that could deliver $95bn in revenue appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Businesses urged to electrify everything as budget energy tax incentive announced
Renew Economy
APRIL 30, 2023
New federal government policy incentive offers tax deductions to businesses that invest in energy saving electrical appliances and get off gas. The post Businesses urged to electrify everything as budget energy tax incentive announced appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Canada unleashes “wave” of new renewables with investment tax credit
Renew Economy
APRIL 26, 2023
Renewable energy investment tax credits unveiled in Canada’s 2023 federal budget expected to boost value of some projects by more than 50%. The post Canada unleashes “wave” of new renewables with investment tax credit appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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New Markets Tax Credit: Unlocking Community Development and Economic Prosperity
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Though it has been around for more than two decades, the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program is integral to the rebuilding efforts. Post-Pandemic Demand “The demand for NMTC financing has never been bigger than it is today,” noted Steve Ross, head of the New Markets Tax Credit platform at Regions. North Florida Medical Centers, Inc.
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Fair Tax Foundation Consults on Responsible Tax KPIs
Chris Hall
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Investor input sought as countries start to demand greater tax transparency from corporates. UK-based campaign group the Fair Tax Foundation is seeking feedback from investors on the development of responsible tax conduct key performance indicators (KPIs) for companies.
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What do utility companies have to say about clean energy tax credits?
GreenBiz
MARCH 9, 2022
Why do we need Biden’s clean energy tax credits? Don’t ask environmentalists—ask the utility CEOs in charge of keeping your lights on.
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Can tax incentives help green hydrogen outgrow its promise?
GreenBiz
JANUARY 9, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act provides tax credits to speed up tech that creates hydrogen from clean sources.
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Energy windfall tax offers much better economic relief than petrol excise, study finds
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 3, 2022
New study finds a tax on the super profits of oil and gas companies would deliver much more effective economic relief than the discount on petrol prices. The post Energy windfall tax offers much better economic relief than petrol excise, study finds appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Labor to introduce legislation for climate targets and EV tax cuts in first week of parliament
Renew Economy
JUNE 28, 2022
Labor will seek to legislate its 2030 target, EV tax cuts and a revival of the Climate Change Authority during the first week of the new parliament. The post Labor to introduce legislation for climate targets and EV tax cuts in first week of parliament appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Fuel tax exemptions make no sense – for the climate or the economy
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 5, 2023
New report argues fuel tax credits should be removed for on-road users, and halved for off-road users, to drive emissions reductions and save billions. The post Fuel tax exemptions make no sense – for the climate or the economy appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Fossil Australia at risk of “domino effect” as EU moves ahead on carbon border tax
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 13, 2022
The post Fossil Australia at risk of “domino effect” as EU moves ahead on carbon border tax appeared first on RenewEconomy. As Europe edges closer to implementing a carbon border adjustment mechanism, the risk to Australia of being edged out of some major export markets becomes more real.
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“Sun tax” gets closer, but not much clearer, as networks outline solar export tariff plans
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
The post “Sun tax” gets closer, but not much clearer, as networks outline solar export tariff plans appeared first on RenewEconomy. Solar export tariffs are set to hit parts of the grid next year. We look at the sometimes baffling network proposals to see what's on the table.
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Victoria seeks smarter ideas than solar taxes to manage grid voltage
Renew Economy
MAY 24, 2022
The post Victoria seeks smarter ideas than solar taxes to manage grid voltage appeared first on RenewEconomy. Victoria seeks input into long-term strategy for managing grid voltage, and an alternative to constraints on rooftop solar.
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Carbon tax on wheels? The overwhelming case for Australia to go electric
Renew Economy
AUGUST 7, 2022
The post Carbon tax on wheels? Australia is paying a high price - in terms of fuel bills, health impact and energy security - because of the scare campaigns against fuel efficiency standards. The overwhelming case for Australia to go electric appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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IRA-backed program commits $4 billion in tax credits for 100 green projects
Impact Alpha
APRIL 2, 2024
The tax credits for more than 100 projects in 35 states are backed by the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit (48C) program, which. The post IRA-backed program commits $4 billion in tax credits for 100 green projects appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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How a great big tax on fossil fuel profits could fix Australia’s energy crisis
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
The post How a great big tax on fossil fuel profits could fix Australia’s energy crisis appeared first on RenewEconomy. Climate Energy Finance offers scathing review of how everyday Australians lose out due to the favourable financial treatment of coal and gas companies.
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Entergy Volunteers Help Residents Maximize Tax Returns
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
DESCRIPTION: Entergy's ongoing support of the Earned Income Tax Credit and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites demonstrates the company's commitment to empowering families and growing our communities. This tax season, Entergy will support free tax preparation services in person or virtually at VITA tax preparation sites.
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Here comes the sun tax: The export tariffs proposed for households with rooftop PV
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 13, 2022
The post Here comes the sun tax: The export tariffs proposed for households with rooftop PV appeared first on RenewEconomy. NSW network draft plans for solar export tariffs could become models for other NEM jurisdictions if they're approved. Here's what they want to do.
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Energy Insiders Podcast: “Fit for 55?: EU climate package could tax Australia
Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Why Australia might still be facing a carbon border tax in EU. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: “Fit for 55″: EU climate package could tax Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy. Matthias Buck from Agora Energiewende explains.
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Taylor offers carbon farmers tax cuts, as “dodgy” offsets put in the spotlight
Renew Economy
MARCH 20, 2022
Taylor offers carbon farmers a tax cut after slashing their potential income, as think tank targets dodgy carbon credits. The post Taylor offers carbon farmers tax cuts, as “dodgy” offsets put in the spotlight appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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German CO2 tax will change European waste streams
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Emissions from facilities like waste incineration will be subject to a CO2 tax of €40/t in the coming year (image credit: aeshnaton , CC BY-NC 2.0 Commentary from recycling company Geminor The national BEHG tax on CO2 emissions, which is likely to be introduced from the new year, will be imposed on the local energy recovery industry.
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