“125 kroner per ton of CO2 is insufficient, according to SF and Radikale. When it comes to a future CO2 tax for agriculture, SF and Radikale demand a more effective solution than the proposed 125 kroner per ton of emitted CO2. Both parties reject this lowest model as inadequate and uncertain in terms of CO2 reductions. Signe Munk, political spokesperson for SF, stated that a tax of 125 kroner per ton is not sufficient. She highlights that the model is not only based on a low tax but also carries a significant risk of imposing an economic burden on the rest of society in the form of higher taxes or reduced welfare.
An expert committee presented three possible models for a CO2 tax for agriculture earlier this year. The proposed taxes range from 125 kroner to 750 kroner per ton of greenhouse gas. SF and Radikale particularly criticize the cheapest model, known as “Model 3,” for delivering insufficient CO2 reductions and for its significant uncertainty in achieving the set climate goals. Samira Nawa, political spokesperson for Radikale, calls the lowest tax unacceptable. She emphasizes the need to reduce emissions, decrease animal production, and promote vegetable production. Nawa sees it as a unique opportunity that will be missed with a too low tax.
If implemented, the proposed models could reduce emissions by between 2.4 million and 3.2 million tons. However, SF and Radikale assess that Model 3 cannot deliver the necessary reductions and highlight the significant uncertainty of this model. As negotiations for a CO2 tax on agriculture intensify, Signe Munk emphasizes the importance of achieving a political majority for a model that actually delivers CO2 reductions and improves water quality. A green tripartite agreement, consisting of the government, agriculture, and environmental organizations, will conclude the negotiations this month, after which the government will present its proposal for a CO2 tax. According to Munk, it is crucial for the green parties that the chosen CO2 tax not only reduces emissions but also benefits the environment.
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