Green Energy Credit Renewed
2008
Renewable Energy Tax Credits and Environmental Initiatives
publication
Author Information
Author(s): Dooley Erin E.
Primary Institution: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Conclusion
The U.S. Congress renewed tax credits for renewable energy sources, while France scrapped a proposed tax on disposable products due to public backlash.
Supporting Evidence
- The U.S. tax credits for solar energy were extended for 8 years.
- France's proposed 'picnic tax' was rejected after public opposition.
- Nitrate concentrations in U.S. groundwater have increased significantly since 1988.
- Consumers are advised to wash prepacked produce to reduce foodborne pathogens.
- A newly discovered bacterium can help remediate arsenic contamination.
- Jordan is setting new environmental standards for Mediterranean cities.
Takeaway
The U.S. is supporting renewable energy with new tax credits, and France decided not to tax picnic supplies because people didn't like it.
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