Denmark was the first in the world to approve an agricultural carbon tax | News in brief

From 2035, Danish farmers will pay 300 kroner for every ton of carbon dioxide they produce.

In Denmark, the country’s government has reached an agreement on the carbon dioxide tax on agriculture, says the Danish Broadcasting Company Dr.

From 2035, Danish farmers will pay 300 kroner (about 40 euros) for every ton of carbon dioxide they generate. During the transition period starting in 2030, the carbon tax is 120 kroner.

According to DR, Denmark will be the first country in the world to impose a carbon tax on agriculture. With the decision, the area of ​​Danish forests will be increased by 250,000 hectares.

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