Would You Pay A Fart Tax In Central New York?
In Denmark, the toots of cows and pigs are set to be taxed starting in 2030. You read that right! A tax on toots.
According to Danish Taxation Minister Jeppe Bruus, the goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 1990 levels by the time 2030 rolls around. Cows and pigs emit methane, which is a gas that contributes to global warming. According to the U.N. Environment program, livestock are to blame for 32% of methane emitted due to human causes.
In 2030, farmers in Denmark will have to pony up 300 kroner or $43 per today's exchange rate per ton of carbon dioxide. In 2035, that will go up to 750 kroner or $108. Due to an income tax deduction of 60%, the number will decrease to 120 kroner or $17.3, and then go up to 300 kroner in 2035.
According to the Associated Press, Denmark is a large dairy and pork producer. Each cow in Denmark burps and toots out 6 metric tons of CO2 equivalent per year. Someone please light a match!!
Via a news release from the Danish government, Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries Jacob Jensen said: "Today we are writing a new chapter in Danish agricultural history. Denmark is a proud food-producing nation, where we have some of the world's most skilled farmers, for whom we now ensure a stable framework to continue producing world-class food for many years into the future. With the agreement, we create growth and jobs throughout the country, while taking good care of our climate, environment and nature. At the same time, we are investing in the young farmers of the future, who must carry on the torch and ensure continued development - and not winding down - of Danish food production. The world lacks food and climate solutions, and Danish agriculture can contribute to both parts, helped by this agreement.”
If you were a farmer in Central New York, how would you feel about paying a tax like this?
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