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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

EU auditor: Fossil fuels get more tax breaks than renewables

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European Union nations often still tax and subsidize their energy sources in contradiction with their committed climate goals, and a majority spend more supporting fossil fuels than renewables.

After reviewing carbon pricing measures, energy taxation levels and energy subsidies in the 27-country region, the EU’s external auditor warned Monday that the amount that energy sources are taxed does not mirror their greenhouse gas emissions.

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