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I supported this report because I agree with its main idea: energy taxation rules must be adapted to the realities of today and EU objectives. A system of double taxation where part of the tax is determined by the fuel’s CO
emission level, and the rest is based on the fuel’s energy content, will create a level playing field for all types of fuel. Less polluting biofuels will be taxed less than conventional fuels. This will encourage the creation of new environmentally friendly technologies. The new taxation rules are particularly important if Europe is seriously seeking to meet its obligations in the fight against climate change by 2020. The European Commission’s proposal will only set a minimum tax base. The EU countries will have more freedom to set taxes at the minimum or a higher level. It is important that the proposal gives EU Member States the opportunity not to apply the tax to fuel used for heating homes. I think that the transition period set until 2023 will give EU industry, transport and other sectors sufficient time to adapt to the changes."@en1
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