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energy2 months ago•4 min saved

Ireland Reshapes Fuel Policy to Defuse Street Blockades

Ireland unveiled more than €500 million in motor-fuel tax cuts to ease protests snarling ports and roads, after security forces cleared blockades at Galway, Foynes, and Dublin’s O’Connell Street. The package, contingent on emergency legislation, includes 10-cent per liter cuts on gasoline and diesel through July, on top of prior reductions, while delaying the May 1 carbon-tax hike to November and seeking EU approval for the diesel discount. Authorities warned the National Emergency Coordination Group that disruption to health and other services could persist even if protests end, and Sinn Féin was set to motion a no-confidence vote over the government’s handling of fuel taxes.

via politico.eu|

#economy #energy #fuel-taxes

business2 months ago•6 min saved

Tribal gas stations cut prices as global fuel surge hits pockets

Rising gasoline prices tied to the Iran conflict are driving drivers to tribally owned gas stations in several states where state fuel taxes are exempted, allowing cheaper fuel on reservations and attracting customers from nearby towns; these tax rules are shaped by tribal sovereignty and treaties, and many tribal outlets also sell groceries and services to fund community needs.

via PBS|

#business #fuel-taxes #gas-prices

transportation3 years ago

States consider switching from fuel taxes to mileage-based charges.

As fuel taxes decline due to the rise of electric vehicles, some US states are considering charging drivers based on the miles they drive instead of the amount of fuel they consume. This mileage-based fee system could help generate revenue for infrastructure projects, but concerns about privacy and vehicle tracking have been raised. Some states have already implemented pilot programs to test the feasibility of this system.

via KUTV 2News|

#fuel-taxes #infrastructure-funding #mileage-based-fees

transportation3 years ago•4 min saved

States consider switching from fuel taxes to mileage-based charges.

As fuel taxes generate less revenue each year due to fuel efficiency and the rise of electric cars, U.S. states are experimenting with road usage charging programs aimed at replacing motor fuel taxes. Only three states are currently generating revenue from road usage charges, despite the looming threat of an ever-widening gap between states’ gas tax proceeds and their transportation budgets. Many states have implemented stopgap measures, but road usage charges are attracting the bulk of the academic attention, research dollars and legislative activity. However, there are still hurdles to overcome, including public acceptance and concerns about social and environmental implications.

via Arizona's Family|

#carbon-emissions #electric-cars #fuel-taxes