miljøgebyrer
Miljøgebyrer, or environmental charges, are mandatory fees imposed by government authorities to cover the costs of protecting the environment and to steer behavior toward more sustainable options. They are typically linked to a specific product, service, or activity, and the revenue is often earmarked for environmental programs or infrastructure.
Common forms include fees for waste disposal and landfill use, charges on packaging and consumer products,
Rationale: By raising the price of environmentally damaging options or lowering the cost of cleaner alternatives,
Implementation varies: fees are usually collected at the point of use or sale by government agencies or
Critics argue environmental charges may be regressive, disproportionately affecting lower-income households if not carefully designed. Critics