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EU energy tax reform remains on the table, European Commission says
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Fusion42 · 4 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
The European Commission's plan to reform energy taxation, aiming to tax more polluting fuels higher and remove some fossil fuel tax exemptions, remains under discussion despite earlier indications it might be withdrawn due to disagreement among EU member states.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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EU governments remain divided but the door is still open for tougher energy taxes that could hit fossil fuel users hard. You need to prepare for higher energy costs and adapt your pricing or sourcing strategies before the rules land.
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