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Calculated Shard: 9 (from laksa166)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa009.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.nccs.gov.sg/singapores-climate-action/mitigation-efforts/carbontax/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.nccs.gov.sg/singapores-climate-action/mitigation-efforts/carbontax/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.nccs.gov.sg\/singapores-climate-action\/mitigation-efforts\/carbontax\/","crawl_time":1775808431,"first_indexed_time":1675347423,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"sg,gov,nccs!www,\/singapores-climate-action\/mitigation-efforts\/carbontax\/ s443","src_root_hash":"3136009110298725209","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Carbon Tax","meta_descriptions":["Carbon Tax"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"CARBON TAX\nSingapore’s carbon tax forms part of Singapore’s comprehensive suite of\nmitigation measures to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.\nIt provides an effective economic signal to steer producers and consumers\naway from carbon-intensive goods and services, hold businesses accountable\nfor their emissions, and enhance the business case for the development\nof low-carbon solutions. About 80% of our total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions\nare covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels.\nOf our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about\n50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This\ncoverage is one of the most comprehensive globally.\n1\nCarbon Tax in Singapore from 2019 to 2023\nSingapore implemented a carbon tax, the first carbon pricing scheme in\nSoutheast Asia, on 1 January 2019. The carbon tax level was set at S$5\/tCO\n2\ne\nfor the first five years from 2019 to 2023 to provide a transitional period\nfor emitters to adjust.\nKey Updates to Singapore's Carbon Tax from 2024\nAs announced at Budget 2022, to support our net zero target, the carbon\ntax was raised to S$25\/tCO\n2\ne with effect from 2024.\nIt was raised to S$45\/tCO\n2\ne with effect from 1 Jan 2026\nfor\n2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching S$50-80\/tCO\n2\ne by 2030.\nThis will strengthen the price signal and impetus for businesses and individuals\nto reduce their carbon footprint in line with national climate goals.  \nThe carbon tax trajectory is critical in enabling the pace of transformation\nneeded to achieve our climate ambition and make the economy- and society-wide\ntransition to a low-carbon future. It also helps businesses remain competitive\nby enhancing the business case to invest in low-carbon solutions and ensuring\nthat new investments and economic activities are aligned with our national\nclimate goals.\nThe Government does not expect to derive additional net revenue from the\ncarbon tax increase in this decade. Carbon tax revenue helps to fund measures\nthat support decarbonisation efforts and the transition to a green economy\nand cushion the impact on businesses.\nThe Government also provides additional U-Save rebates to households to\ncushion the impact of the carbon tax increase.\nUse of International Carbon Credits\nCompanies may use high quality international carbon credits (ICCs) to\noffset up to 5% of their taxable emissions from 2024. This will cushion\nthe impact for companies that are able to source for eligible carbon credits\nin a cost-effective manner, help to create local demand for high-quality\ncarbon credits, and catalyse the development of well-functioning and regulated\ncarbon markets. Eligible ICCs used under the carbon tax regime will need\nto comply with rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and meet seven\nprinciples to demonstrate high environmental integrity. More details can\nbe found at Singapore’s Carbon Markets Cooperation\nwebsite\n.\nTransition Framework\nThe transition framework provides support for emissions-intensive trade-exposed\n(EITE) companies as they work to reduce emissions and invest in cleaner\ntechnologies, while managing the near-term impact on business competitiveness.\nThe framework will also help to mitigate the risk of carbon leakage.\nThe amount of allowances awarded to each facility is determined based\non its performance on internationally-recognised efficiency benchmarks\nwhere available, and the facility’s decarbonisation plans. These transitory\nallowances are limited to only a portion of companies’ emissions, and the\namount awarded to eligible facilities will also be reviewed regularly.\nNew investments will not qualify for the transition framework. Similar\nframeworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing\nschemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California.\nFAQs\n1. Who is covered under the carbon tax?\nThe carbon tax is levied on facilities that directly emit at least 25,000\ntCO\n2\ne of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. It currently\ncovers seven GHGs, namely carbon dioxide (CO\n2\n), methane (CH\n4\n),\nnitrous oxide (N\n2\nO), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons\n(PFCs), sulphur hexafluoride (SF\n6\n)\n,\n and Nitrogen\nTrifluoride (NF\n3\n).\nAbout 80% of our total GHG emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel\nexcise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are\ncovered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing,\npower, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive\nglobally. Facilities in other sectors also indirectly face a carbon price\non the electricity they consume as power generation companies are expected\nto pass on some degree of their own tax burden through increased electricity\ntariffs.\n2. How are emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) sectors determined? Why is there a need for the transition framework for EITE sectors?\nEITE sectors face a higher risk of carbon leakage, where companies relocate\nto other jurisdictions with less stringent climate policies as a result\nof intense competition in the global market. Examples of EITE sectors include\nchemicals, electronics and biomedical manufacturing sectors, while non-EITE\nsectors include domestic-oriented sectors like power generation and waste\nmanagement.\nAs the Government raises the carbon tax, companies in EITE sectors may\nface higher costs than their counterparts in jurisdictions with no or lower\neffective carbon prices. These companies contribute a significant number\nof jobs and value-added to our economy. Some will require more time to\nmake the necessary reduction in emissions or investment in cleaner technologies.\nBy providing for a transition framework, the Government seeks to alleviate\nthe near-term impact on business competitiveness and minimise the risk\nof carbon leakage.\nTo encourage decarbonisation, transitory allowances are provided for only\na portion of companies’ emissions. Similar frameworks have been implemented\nin other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South\nKorea, and California.\n3. Which other countries or jurisdictions have implemented carbon pricing?\nCarbon pricing has been implemented in many countries, with more planning\nto implement them in the future. There are 80 compliance carbon pricing\ninstruments in operation, covering about a quarter of global greenhouse\ngas emissions in 2025.\n2\n A few of these jurisdictions such\nas Finland, Norway and Sweden have implemented carbon pricing as early\nas the 1990s. In recent years, jurisdictions in our region have also implemented\nor announced plans to introduce compliance carbon pricing mechanisms, including\nIndonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia.\n4. How will the increased carbon tax levels affect households? What support will be available to help them cope with their cost concerns?\nTo help households defray their utilities expenses, the Government provides\nup to $380\/year in U-Save rebates under the permanent GST Voucher Scheme.\nWe have provided higher U-Save rebates in recent years to support living\nexpenses amidst higher inflation and to cushion the impact of the increase\nin carbon tax and water prices. We provided double the regular U-Save amount,\nor up to $760 in FY2022, FY2023 and FY2025, as well as 2.5 times the regular\nU-Save amount, or up to $950 in FY2024.\nAlthough the carbon tax is directly levied upstream on large emitters,\nit could flow through in the form of higher electricity tariffs as power\ncompanies pass on the carbon tax to end users. On average, with every $5\/tCO\n2\ne\nincrease in the carbon tax level, electricity tariffs could rise by around\n1%. The increase in carbon tax to $45\/tCO\n2\ne is estimated to\ntranslate to an increase of about $3 per month in household utility bills\nfor the average 4-room HDB flat, holding other tariff cost components constant.\nThe carbon tax is needed to put a price on the externality or social cost\nof carbon. In doing so, it shapes the behaviour of individuals and households\nto reduce their energy consumption and be more energy efficient, to enable\nus to meet our long-term commitments. Notwithstanding, the Government is\ncommitted to help Singaporean households cope with the rising cost of living,\nwhether this is driven by carbon tax or other factors.\n5. How would the Government ensure that consumers are not over-charged by electricity retailers passing on more than 100 per cent of the carbon tax to consumers?\nToday’s electricity retail market is competitive and discourages retailers\nfrom raising their electricity rates excessively. Nevertheless, the Energy\nMarket Authority will continue to ensure fair and efficient conduct of\nmarket players. Government agencies will also work closely with the Consumer\nAssociation of Singapore and Competition & Consumer Commission of Singapore\nto monitor the market for unfair pricing and coordinated price hikes which\nare anti-competitive.\n6. Why are we allowing carbon tax liable facilities to offset only up to 5% of their emissions using international carbon credits from 2024?\nThe facility-level limit has been set at 5% to ensure that the industry\ncontinues to prioritise domestic emissions reduction, while providing an\nadditional decarbonisation pathway for hard-to-abate sectors that may find\nit challenging to significantly cut emissions in the near to medium term.\nThis limit is aligned with other comparable jurisdictions with similar\nclimate ambitions, such as South Korea and California. We will continue\nto review the facility-level limit overtime to align with international\ndevelopments.\n1\nSingapore’s carbon tax covered around 80% of our total national emissions at the point of introduction. The coverage each year is subject to changes in emissions from taxable and non-taxable sources that constitute Singapore’s GHG inventory. In November 2024, we formalised our accounting methodology for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions from the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector and included these emissions in our GHG inventory, in accordance with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines. Due to this rebasing, Singapore’s carbon tax coverage for 2022 emissions fell to around 71% from 76%. The Singapore government has implemented measures since 2020 to reduce GHG emissions from the use of HFC refrigerants in the RAC sector, such as banning the supply of RAC equipment that use high Global Warming Potential refrigerants. We will continue to review our RAC HFC mitigation policies to ensure they remain fit for purpose and effective in meeting our climate targets.\n2\nBased on World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Dashboard as of Apr 2025. ","attrs_markdown":"A Singapore Government Agency Website    How to identify\n\n![](https:\/\/www.nccs.gov.sg\/assets\/img\/government_building.svg)\n\n**Official website links end with .gov.sg**\n\nGovernment agencies communicate via  **.gov.sg**  websites (e.g. go.gov.sg\/open). [Trusted websites](https:\/\/go.gov.sg\/trusted-sites)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.nccs.gov.sg\/assets\/img\/lock.svg)\n\n**Secure websites use HTTPS**\n\nLook for a  **lock** (![](https:\/\/www.nccs.gov.sg\/assets\/img\/lock.svg)) or https:\/\/ as an added precaution. 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of mitigation measures to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. It provides an effective economic signal to steer producers and consumers away from carbon-intensive goods and services, hold businesses accountable for their emissions, and enhance the business case for the development of low-carbon solutions. About 80% of our total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally.1\n\n**Carbon Tax in Singapore from 2019 to 2023**\n\nSingapore implemented a carbon tax, the first carbon pricing scheme in Southeast Asia, on 1 January 2019. The carbon tax level was set at S\\$5\/tCO2e for the first five years from 2019 to 2023 to provide a transitional period for emitters to adjust.\n\n**Key Updates to Singapore's Carbon Tax from 2024**\n\nAs announced at Budget 2022, to support our net zero target, the carbon tax was raised to S\\$25\/tCO2e with effect from 2024. **It was raised to S\\$45\/tCO2e with effect from 1 Jan 2026** for 2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching S\\$50-80\/tCO2e by 2030. This will strengthen the price signal and impetus for businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprint in line with national climate goals.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.nccs.gov.sg\/images\/carbontaxgraph_updated.png)\n\nThe carbon tax trajectory is critical in enabling the pace of transformation needed to achieve our climate ambition and make the economy- and society-wide transition to a low-carbon future. It also helps businesses remain competitive by enhancing the business case to invest in low-carbon solutions and ensuring that new investments and economic activities are aligned with our national climate goals.\n\nThe Government does not expect to derive additional net revenue from the carbon tax increase in this decade. Carbon tax revenue helps to fund measures that support decarbonisation efforts and the transition to a green economy and cushion the impact on businesses.\n\nThe Government also provides additional U-Save rebates to households to cushion the impact of the carbon tax increase.\n\n**Use of International Carbon Credits**\n\nCompanies may use high quality international carbon credits (ICCs) to offset up to 5% of their taxable emissions from 2024. This will cushion the impact for companies that are able to source for eligible carbon credits in a cost-effective manner, help to create local demand for high-quality carbon credits, and catalyse the development of well-functioning and regulated carbon markets. Eligible ICCs used under the carbon tax regime will need to comply with rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and meet seven principles to demonstrate high environmental integrity. More details can be found at Singapore’s Carbon Markets Cooperation [website](https:\/\/www.carbonmarkets-cooperation.gov.sg\/).\n\n**Transition Framework**\n\nThe transition framework provides support for emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) companies as they work to reduce emissions and invest in cleaner technologies, while managing the near-term impact on business competitiveness. The framework will also help to mitigate the risk of carbon leakage.\n\nThe amount of allowances awarded to each facility is determined based on its performance on internationally-recognised efficiency benchmarks where available, and the facility’s decarbonisation plans. These transitory allowances are limited to only a portion of companies’ emissions, and the amount awarded to eligible facilities will also be reviewed regularly. New investments will not qualify for the transition framework. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California.\n\n#### FAQs\n**1\\. Who is covered under the carbon tax?**\n\nThe carbon tax is levied on facilities that directly emit at least 25,000 tCO2e of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. It currently covers seven GHGs, namely carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), and Nitrogen Trifluoride (NF3).\n\nAbout 80% of our total GHG emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally. Facilities in other sectors also indirectly face a carbon price on the electricity they consume as power generation companies are expected to pass on some degree of their own tax burden through increased electricity tariffs.\n\n**2\\. How are emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) sectors determined? Why is there a need for the transition framework for EITE sectors?**\n\nEITE sectors face a higher risk of carbon leakage, where companies relocate to other jurisdictions with less stringent climate policies as a result of intense competition in the global market. Examples of EITE sectors include chemicals, electronics and biomedical manufacturing sectors, while non-EITE sectors include domestic-oriented sectors like power generation and waste management.\n\nAs the Government raises the carbon tax, companies in EITE sectors may face higher costs than their counterparts in jurisdictions with no or lower effective carbon prices. These companies contribute a significant number of jobs and value-added to our economy. Some will require more time to make the necessary reduction in emissions or investment in cleaner technologies. By providing for a transition framework, the Government seeks to alleviate the near-term impact on business competitiveness and minimise the risk of carbon leakage.\n\nTo encourage decarbonisation, transitory allowances are provided for only a portion of companies’ emissions. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California.\n\n**3\\. Which other countries or jurisdictions have implemented carbon pricing?**\n\nCarbon pricing has been implemented in many countries, with more planning to implement them in the future. There are 80 compliance carbon pricing instruments in operation, covering about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2025.2 A few of these jurisdictions such as Finland, Norway and Sweden have implemented carbon pricing as early as the 1990s. In recent years, jurisdictions in our region have also implemented or announced plans to introduce compliance carbon pricing mechanisms, including Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia.\n\n**4\\. How will the increased carbon tax levels affect households? What support will be available to help them cope with their cost concerns?**\n\nTo help households defray their utilities expenses, the Government provides up to \\$380\/year in U-Save rebates under the permanent GST Voucher Scheme. We have provided higher U-Save rebates in recent years to support living expenses amidst higher inflation and to cushion the impact of the increase in carbon tax and water prices. We provided double the regular U-Save amount, or up to \\$760 in FY2022, FY2023 and FY2025, as well as 2.5 times the regular U-Save amount, or up to \\$950 in FY2024.\n\nAlthough the carbon tax is directly levied upstream on large emitters, it could flow through in the form of higher electricity tariffs as power companies pass on the carbon tax to end users. On average, with every \\$5\/tCO2e increase in the carbon tax level, electricity tariffs could rise by around 1%. The increase in carbon tax to \\$45\/tCO2e is estimated to translate to an increase of about \\$3 per month in household utility bills for the average 4-room HDB flat, holding other tariff cost components constant.\n\nThe carbon tax is needed to put a price on the externality or social cost of carbon. In doing so, it shapes the behaviour of individuals and households to reduce their energy consumption and be more energy efficient, to enable us to meet our long-term commitments. Notwithstanding, the Government is committed to help Singaporean households cope with the rising cost of living, whether this is driven by carbon tax or other factors.\n\n**5\\. How would the Government ensure that consumers are not over-charged by electricity retailers passing on more than 100 per cent of the carbon tax to consumers?**\n\nToday’s electricity retail market is competitive and discourages retailers from raising their electricity rates excessively. Nevertheless, the Energy Market Authority will continue to ensure fair and efficient conduct of market players. Government agencies will also work closely with the Consumer Association of Singapore and Competition & Consumer Commission of Singapore to monitor the market for unfair pricing and coordinated price hikes which are anti-competitive.\n\n**6\\. Why are we allowing carbon tax liable facilities to offset only up to 5% of their emissions using international carbon credits from 2024?**\n\nThe facility-level limit has been set at 5% to ensure that the industry continues to prioritise domestic emissions reduction, while providing an additional decarbonisation pathway for hard-to-abate sectors that may find it challenging to significantly cut emissions in the near to medium term. This limit is aligned with other comparable jurisdictions with similar climate ambitions, such as South Korea and California. We will continue to review the facility-level limit overtime to align with international developments.\n***\n*1 Singapore’s carbon tax covered around 80% of our total national emissions at the point of introduction. The coverage each year is subject to changes in emissions from taxable and non-taxable sources that constitute Singapore’s GHG inventory. In November 2024, we formalised our accounting methodology for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions from the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector and included these emissions in our GHG inventory, in accordance with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines. Due to this rebasing, Singapore’s carbon tax coverage for 2022 emissions fell to around 71% from 76%. The Singapore government has implemented measures since 2020 to reduce GHG emissions from the use of HFC refrigerants in the RAC sector, such as banning the supply of RAC equipment that use high Global Warming Potential refrigerants. 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It provides an effective economic signal to steer producers and consumers away from carbon-intensive goods and services, hold businesses accountable for their emissions, and enhance the business case for the development of low-carbon solutions. About 80% of our total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally.1\n\n**Carbon Tax in Singapore from 2019 to 2023**\n\nSingapore implemented a carbon tax, the first carbon pricing scheme in Southeast Asia, on 1 January 2019. The carbon tax level was set at S\\$5\/tCO2e for the first five years from 2019 to 2023 to provide a transitional period for emitters to adjust.\n\n**Key Updates to Singapore's Carbon Tax from 2024**\n\nAs announced at Budget 2022, to support our net zero target, the carbon tax was raised to S\\$25\/tCO2e with effect from 2024. **It was raised to S\\$45\/tCO2e with effect from 1 Jan 2026** for 2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching S\\$50-80\/tCO2e by 2030. This will strengthen the price signal and impetus for businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprint in line with national climate goals.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.nccs.gov.sg\/images\/carbontaxgraph_updated.png)\n\nThe carbon tax trajectory is critical in enabling the pace of transformation needed to achieve our climate ambition and make the economy- and society-wide transition to a low-carbon future. It also helps businesses remain competitive by enhancing the business case to invest in low-carbon solutions and ensuring that new investments and economic activities are aligned with our national climate goals.\n\nThe Government does not expect to derive additional net revenue from the carbon tax increase in this decade. Carbon tax revenue helps to fund measures that support decarbonisation efforts and the transition to a green economy and cushion the impact on businesses.\n\nThe Government also provides additional U-Save rebates to households to cushion the impact of the carbon tax increase.\n\n**Use of International Carbon Credits**\n\nCompanies may use high quality international carbon credits (ICCs) to offset up to 5% of their taxable emissions from 2024. This will cushion the impact for companies that are able to source for eligible carbon credits in a cost-effective manner, help to create local demand for high-quality carbon credits, and catalyse the development of well-functioning and regulated carbon markets. Eligible ICCs used under the carbon tax regime will need to comply with rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and meet seven principles to demonstrate high environmental integrity. More details can be found at Singapore’s Carbon Markets Cooperation [website](https:\/\/www.carbonmarkets-cooperation.gov.sg\/).\n\n**Transition Framework**\n\nThe transition framework provides support for emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) companies as they work to reduce emissions and invest in cleaner technologies, while managing the near-term impact on business competitiveness. The framework will also help to mitigate the risk of carbon leakage.\n\nThe amount of allowances awarded to each facility is determined based on its performance on internationally-recognised efficiency benchmarks where available, and the facility’s decarbonisation plans. These transitory allowances are limited to only a portion of companies’ emissions, and the amount awarded to eligible facilities will also be reviewed regularly. New investments will not qualify for the transition framework. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California.\n\n#### FAQs\n**1\\. Who is covered under the carbon tax?**\n\nThe carbon tax is levied on facilities that directly emit at least 25,000 tCO2e of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. It currently covers seven GHGs, namely carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), and Nitrogen Trifluoride (NF3).\n\nAbout 80% of our total GHG emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally. Facilities in other sectors also indirectly face a carbon price on the electricity they consume as power generation companies are expected to pass on some degree of their own tax burden through increased electricity tariffs.\n\n**2\\. How are emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) sectors determined? Why is there a need for the transition framework for EITE sectors?**\n\nEITE sectors face a higher risk of carbon leakage, where companies relocate to other jurisdictions with less stringent climate policies as a result of intense competition in the global market. Examples of EITE sectors include chemicals, electronics and biomedical manufacturing sectors, while non-EITE sectors include domestic-oriented sectors like power generation and waste management.\n\nAs the Government raises the carbon tax, companies in EITE sectors may face higher costs than their counterparts in jurisdictions with no or lower effective carbon prices. These companies contribute a significant number of jobs and value-added to our economy. Some will require more time to make the necessary reduction in emissions or investment in cleaner technologies. By providing for a transition framework, the Government seeks to alleviate the near-term impact on business competitiveness and minimise the risk of carbon leakage.\n\nTo encourage decarbonisation, transitory allowances are provided for only a portion of companies’ emissions. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California.\n\n**3\\. Which other countries or jurisdictions have implemented carbon pricing?**\n\nCarbon pricing has been implemented in many countries, with more planning to implement them in the future. There are 80 compliance carbon pricing instruments in operation, covering about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2025.2 A few of these jurisdictions such as Finland, Norway and Sweden have implemented carbon pricing as early as the 1990s. In recent years, jurisdictions in our region have also implemented or announced plans to introduce compliance carbon pricing mechanisms, including Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia.\n\n**4\\. How will the increased carbon tax levels affect households? What support will be available to help them cope with their cost concerns?**\n\nTo help households defray their utilities expenses, the Government provides up to \\$380\/year in U-Save rebates under the permanent GST Voucher Scheme. We have provided higher U-Save rebates in recent years to support living expenses amidst higher inflation and to cushion the impact of the increase in carbon tax and water prices. We provided double the regular U-Save amount, or up to \\$760 in FY2022, FY2023 and FY2025, as well as 2.5 times the regular U-Save amount, or up to \\$950 in FY2024.\n\nAlthough the carbon tax is directly levied upstream on large emitters, it could flow through in the form of higher electricity tariffs as power companies pass on the carbon tax to end users. On average, with every \\$5\/tCO2e increase in the carbon tax level, electricity tariffs could rise by around 1%. The increase in carbon tax to \\$45\/tCO2e is estimated to translate to an increase of about \\$3 per month in household utility bills for the average 4-room HDB flat, holding other tariff cost components constant.\n\nThe carbon tax is needed to put a price on the externality or social cost of carbon. In doing so, it shapes the behaviour of individuals and households to reduce their energy consumption and be more energy efficient, to enable us to meet our long-term commitments. Notwithstanding, the Government is committed to help Singaporean households cope with the rising cost of living, whether this is driven by carbon tax or other factors.\n\n**5\\. How would the Government ensure that consumers are not over-charged by electricity retailers passing on more than 100 per cent of the carbon tax to consumers?**\n\nToday’s electricity retail market is competitive and discourages retailers from raising their electricity rates excessively. Nevertheless, the Energy Market Authority will continue to ensure fair and efficient conduct of market players. Government agencies will also work closely with the Consumer Association of Singapore and Competition & Consumer Commission of Singapore to monitor the market for unfair pricing and coordinated price hikes which are anti-competitive.\n\n**6\\. Why are we allowing carbon tax liable facilities to offset only up to 5% of their emissions using international carbon credits from 2024?**\n\nThe facility-level limit has been set at 5% to ensure that the industry continues to prioritise domestic emissions reduction, while providing an additional decarbonisation pathway for hard-to-abate sectors that may find it challenging to significantly cut emissions in the near to medium term. This limit is aligned with other comparable jurisdictions with similar climate ambitions, such as South Korea and California. We will continue to review the facility-level limit overtime to align with international developments.\n***\n*1 Singapore’s carbon tax covered around 80% of our total national emissions at the point of introduction. The coverage each year is subject to changes in emissions from taxable and non-taxable sources that constitute Singapore’s GHG inventory. In November 2024, we formalised our accounting methodology for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions from the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector and included these emissions in our GHG inventory, in accordance with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines. Due to this rebasing, Singapore’s carbon tax coverage for 2022 emissions fell to around 71% from 76%. The Singapore government has implemented measures since 2020 to reduce GHG emissions from the use of HFC refrigerants in the RAC sector, such as banning the supply of RAC equipment that use high Global Warming Potential refrigerants. We will continue to review our RAC HFC mitigation policies to ensure they remain fit for purpose and effective in meeting our climate targets.*\n\n*2 Based on World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Dashboard as of Apr 2025.*","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	CARBON TAX Singapore’s carbon tax forms part of Singapore’s comprehensive suite of mitigation measures to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. It provides an effective economic signal to steer producers and consumers away from carbon-intensive goods and services, hold businesses accountable for their emissions, and enhance the business case for the development of low-carbon solutions. About 80% of our total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally. 1 Carbon Tax in Singapore from 2019 to 2023 Singapore implemented a carbon tax, the first carbon pricing scheme in Southeast Asia, on 1 January 2019. The carbon tax level was set at S$5/tCO 2 e for the first five years from 2019 to 2023 to provide a transitional period for emitters to adjust. Key Updates to Singapore's Carbon Tax from 2024 As announced at Budget 2022, to support our net zero target, the carbon tax was raised to S$25/tCO 2 e with effect from 2024. It was raised to S$45/tCO 2 e with effect from 1 Jan 2026 for 2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching S$50-80/tCO 2 e by 2030. This will strengthen the price signal and impetus for businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprint in line with national climate goals. The carbon tax trajectory is critical in enabling the pace of transformation needed to achieve our climate ambition and make the economy- and society-wide transition to a low-carbon future. It also helps businesses remain competitive by enhancing the business case to invest in low-carbon solutions and ensuring that new investments and economic activities are aligned with our national climate goals. The Government does not expect to derive additional net revenue from the carbon tax increase in this decade. Carbon tax revenue helps to fund measures that support decarbonisation efforts and the transition to a green economy and cushion the impact on businesses. The Government also provides additional U-Save rebates to households to cushion the impact of the carbon tax increase. Use of International Carbon Credits Companies may use high quality international carbon credits (ICCs) to offset up to 5% of their taxable emissions from 2024. This will cushion the impact for companies that are able to source for eligible carbon credits in a cost-effective manner, help to create local demand for high-quality carbon credits, and catalyse the development of well-functioning and regulated carbon markets. Eligible ICCs used under the carbon tax regime will need to comply with rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and meet seven principles to demonstrate high environmental integrity. More details can be found at Singapore’s Carbon Markets Cooperation website . Transition Framework The transition framework provides support for emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) companies as they work to reduce emissions and invest in cleaner technologies, while managing the near-term impact on business competitiveness. The framework will also help to mitigate the risk of carbon leakage. The amount of allowances awarded to each facility is determined based on its performance on internationally-recognised efficiency benchmarks where available, and the facility’s decarbonisation plans. These transitory allowances are limited to only a portion of companies’ emissions, and the amount awarded to eligible facilities will also be reviewed regularly. New investments will not qualify for the transition framework. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California. FAQs 1. Who is covered under the carbon tax? The carbon tax is levied on facilities that directly emit at least 25,000 tCO 2 e of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. It currently covers seven GHGs, namely carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), methane (CH 4 ), nitrous oxide (N 2 O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), sulphur hexafluoride (SF 6 ) , and Nitrogen Trifluoride (NF 3 ). About 80% of our total GHG emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally. Facilities in other sectors also indirectly face a carbon price on the electricity they consume as power generation companies are expected to pass on some degree of their own tax burden through increased electricity tariffs. 2. How are emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) sectors determined? Why is there a need for the transition framework for EITE sectors? EITE sectors face a higher risk of carbon leakage, where companies relocate to other jurisdictions with less stringent climate policies as a result of intense competition in the global market. Examples of EITE sectors include chemicals, electronics and biomedical manufacturing sectors, while non-EITE sectors include domestic-oriented sectors like power generation and waste management. As the Government raises the carbon tax, companies in EITE sectors may face higher costs than their counterparts in jurisdictions with no or lower effective carbon prices. These companies contribute a significant number of jobs and value-added to our economy. Some will require more time to make the necessary reduction in emissions or investment in cleaner technologies. By providing for a transition framework, the Government seeks to alleviate the near-term impact on business competitiveness and minimise the risk of carbon leakage. To encourage decarbonisation, transitory allowances are provided for only a portion of companies’ emissions. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California. 3. Which other countries or jurisdictions have implemented carbon pricing? Carbon pricing has been implemented in many countries, with more planning to implement them in the future. There are 80 compliance carbon pricing instruments in operation, covering about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2025. 2 A few of these jurisdictions such as Finland, Norway and Sweden have implemented carbon pricing as early as the 1990s. In recent years, jurisdictions in our region have also implemented or announced plans to introduce compliance carbon pricing mechanisms, including Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. 4. How will the increased carbon tax levels affect households? What support will be available to help them cope with their cost concerns? To help households defray their utilities expenses, the Government provides up to $380/year in U-Save rebates under the permanent GST Voucher Scheme. We have provided higher U-Save rebates in recent years to support living expenses amidst higher inflation and to cushion the impact of the increase in carbon tax and water prices. We provided double the regular U-Save amount, or up to $760 in FY2022, FY2023 and FY2025, as well as 2.5 times the regular U-Save amount, or up to $950 in FY2024. Although the carbon tax is directly levied upstream on large emitters, it could flow through in the form of higher electricity tariffs as power companies pass on the carbon tax to end users. On average, with every $5/tCO 2 e increase in the carbon tax level, electricity tariffs could rise by around 1%. The increase in carbon tax to $45/tCO 2 e is estimated to translate to an increase of about $3 per month in household utility bills for the average 4-room HDB flat, holding other tariff cost components constant. The carbon tax is needed to put a price on the externality or social cost of carbon. In doing so, it shapes the behaviour of individuals and households to reduce their energy consumption and be more energy efficient, to enable us to meet our long-term commitments. Notwithstanding, the Government is committed to help Singaporean households cope with the rising cost of living, whether this is driven by carbon tax or other factors. 5. How would the Government ensure that consumers are not over-charged by electricity retailers passing on more than 100 per cent of the carbon tax to consumers? Today’s electricity retail market is competitive and discourages retailers from raising their electricity rates excessively. Nevertheless, the Energy Market Authority will continue to ensure fair and efficient conduct of market players. Government agencies will also work closely with the Consumer Association of Singapore and Competition & Consumer Commission of Singapore to monitor the market for unfair pricing and coordinated price hikes which are anti-competitive. 6. Why are we allowing carbon tax liable facilities to offset only up to 5% of their emissions using international carbon credits from 2024? The facility-level limit has been set at 5% to ensure that the industry continues to prioritise domestic emissions reduction, while providing an additional decarbonisation pathway for hard-to-abate sectors that may find it challenging to significantly cut emissions in the near to medium term. This limit is aligned with other comparable jurisdictions with similar climate ambitions, such as South Korea and California. We will continue to review the facility-level limit overtime to align with international developments. 1 Singapore’s carbon tax covered around 80% of our total national emissions at the point of introduction. The coverage each year is subject to changes in emissions from taxable and non-taxable sources that constitute Singapore’s GHG inventory. In November 2024, we formalised our accounting methodology for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions from the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector and included these emissions in our GHG inventory, in accordance with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines. Due to this rebasing, Singapore’s carbon tax coverage for 2022 emissions fell to around 71% from 76%. The Singapore government has implemented measures since 2020 to reduce GHG emissions from the use of HFC refrigerants in the RAC sector, such as banning the supply of RAC equipment that use high Global Warming Potential refrigerants. We will continue to review our RAC HFC mitigation policies to ensure they remain fit for purpose and effective in meeting our climate targets. 2 Based on World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Dashboard as of Apr 2025.
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It provides an effective economic signal to steer producers and consumers away from carbon-intensive goods and services, hold businesses accountable for their emissions, and enhance the business case for the development of low-carbon solutions. About 80% of our total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally.1 Carbon Tax in Singapore from 2019 to 2023 Singapore implemented a carbon tax, the first carbon pricing scheme in Southeast Asia, on 1 January 2019. The carbon tax level was set at S\$5/tCO2e for the first five years from 2019 to 2023 to provide a transitional period for emitters to adjust. Key Updates to Singapore's Carbon Tax from 2024 As announced at Budget 2022, to support our net zero target, the carbon tax was raised to S\$25/tCO2e with effect from 2024. It was raised to S\$45/tCO2e with effect from 1 Jan 2026 for 2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching S\$50-80/tCO2e by 2030. This will strengthen the price signal and impetus for businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprint in line with national climate goals. ![](https://www.nccs.gov.sg/images/carbontaxgraph_updated.png) The carbon tax trajectory is critical in enabling the pace of transformation needed to achieve our climate ambition and make the economy- and society-wide transition to a low-carbon future. It also helps businesses remain competitive by enhancing the business case to invest in low-carbon solutions and ensuring that new investments and economic activities are aligned with our national climate goals. The Government does not expect to derive additional net revenue from the carbon tax increase in this decade. Carbon tax revenue helps to fund measures that support decarbonisation efforts and the transition to a green economy and cushion the impact on businesses. The Government also provides additional U-Save rebates to households to cushion the impact of the carbon tax increase. Use of International Carbon Credits Companies may use high quality international carbon credits (ICCs) to offset up to 5% of their taxable emissions from 2024. This will cushion the impact for companies that are able to source for eligible carbon credits in a cost-effective manner, help to create local demand for high-quality carbon credits, and catalyse the development of well-functioning and regulated carbon markets. Eligible ICCs used under the carbon tax regime will need to comply with rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and meet seven principles to demonstrate high environmental integrity. More details can be found at Singapore’s Carbon Markets Cooperation [website](https://www.carbonmarkets-cooperation.gov.sg/). Transition Framework The transition framework provides support for emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) companies as they work to reduce emissions and invest in cleaner technologies, while managing the near-term impact on business competitiveness. The framework will also help to mitigate the risk of carbon leakage. The amount of allowances awarded to each facility is determined based on its performance on internationally-recognised efficiency benchmarks where available, and the facility’s decarbonisation plans. These transitory allowances are limited to only a portion of companies’ emissions, and the amount awarded to eligible facilities will also be reviewed regularly. New investments will not qualify for the transition framework. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California. #### FAQs 1\. Who is covered under the carbon tax? The carbon tax is levied on facilities that directly emit at least 25,000 tCO2e of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. It currently covers seven GHGs, namely carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), and Nitrogen Trifluoride (NF3). About 80% of our total GHG emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally. Facilities in other sectors also indirectly face a carbon price on the electricity they consume as power generation companies are expected to pass on some degree of their own tax burden through increased electricity tariffs. 2\. How are emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) sectors determined? Why is there a need for the transition framework for EITE sectors? EITE sectors face a higher risk of carbon leakage, where companies relocate to other jurisdictions with less stringent climate policies as a result of intense competition in the global market. Examples of EITE sectors include chemicals, electronics and biomedical manufacturing sectors, while non-EITE sectors include domestic-oriented sectors like power generation and waste management. As the Government raises the carbon tax, companies in EITE sectors may face higher costs than their counterparts in jurisdictions with no or lower effective carbon prices. These companies contribute a significant number of jobs and value-added to our economy. Some will require more time to make the necessary reduction in emissions or investment in cleaner technologies. By providing for a transition framework, the Government seeks to alleviate the near-term impact on business competitiveness and minimise the risk of carbon leakage. To encourage decarbonisation, transitory allowances are provided for only a portion of companies’ emissions. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California. 3\. Which other countries or jurisdictions have implemented carbon pricing? Carbon pricing has been implemented in many countries, with more planning to implement them in the future. There are 80 compliance carbon pricing instruments in operation, covering about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2025.2 A few of these jurisdictions such as Finland, Norway and Sweden have implemented carbon pricing as early as the 1990s. In recent years, jurisdictions in our region have also implemented or announced plans to introduce compliance carbon pricing mechanisms, including Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. 4\. How will the increased carbon tax levels affect households? What support will be available to help them cope with their cost concerns? To help households defray their utilities expenses, the Government provides up to \$380/year in U-Save rebates under the permanent GST Voucher Scheme. We have provided higher U-Save rebates in recent years to support living expenses amidst higher inflation and to cushion the impact of the increase in carbon tax and water prices. We provided double the regular U-Save amount, or up to \$760 in FY2022, FY2023 and FY2025, as well as 2.5 times the regular U-Save amount, or up to \$950 in FY2024. Although the carbon tax is directly levied upstream on large emitters, it could flow through in the form of higher electricity tariffs as power companies pass on the carbon tax to end users. On average, with every \$5/tCO2e increase in the carbon tax level, electricity tariffs could rise by around 1%. The increase in carbon tax to \$45/tCO2e is estimated to translate to an increase of about \$3 per month in household utility bills for the average 4-room HDB flat, holding other tariff cost components constant. The carbon tax is needed to put a price on the externality or social cost of carbon. In doing so, it shapes the behaviour of individuals and households to reduce their energy consumption and be more energy efficient, to enable us to meet our long-term commitments. Notwithstanding, the Government is committed to help Singaporean households cope with the rising cost of living, whether this is driven by carbon tax or other factors. 5\. How would the Government ensure that consumers are not over-charged by electricity retailers passing on more than 100 per cent of the carbon tax to consumers? Today’s electricity retail market is competitive and discourages retailers from raising their electricity rates excessively. Nevertheless, the Energy Market Authority will continue to ensure fair and efficient conduct of market players. Government agencies will also work closely with the Consumer Association of Singapore and Competition & Consumer Commission of Singapore to monitor the market for unfair pricing and coordinated price hikes which are anti-competitive. 6\. Why are we allowing carbon tax liable facilities to offset only up to 5% of their emissions using international carbon credits from 2024? The facility-level limit has been set at 5% to ensure that the industry continues to prioritise domestic emissions reduction, while providing an additional decarbonisation pathway for hard-to-abate sectors that may find it challenging to significantly cut emissions in the near to medium term. This limit is aligned with other comparable jurisdictions with similar climate ambitions, such as South Korea and California. We will continue to review the facility-level limit overtime to align with international developments. *** 1 Singapore’s carbon tax covered around 80% of our total national emissions at the point of introduction. The coverage each year is subject to changes in emissions from taxable and non-taxable sources that constitute Singapore’s GHG inventory. In November 2024, we formalised our accounting methodology for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions from the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector and included these emissions in our GHG inventory, in accordance with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines. Due to this rebasing, Singapore’s carbon tax coverage for 2022 emissions fell to around 71% from 76%. The Singapore government has implemented measures since 2020 to reduce GHG emissions from the use of HFC refrigerants in the RAC sector, such as banning the supply of RAC equipment that use high Global Warming Potential refrigerants. We will continue to review our RAC HFC mitigation policies to ensure they remain fit for purpose and effective in meeting our climate targets. 2 Based on World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Dashboard as of Apr 2025. 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Readable Markdown	### CARBON TAX Singapore’s carbon tax forms part of Singapore’s comprehensive suite of mitigation measures to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. It provides an effective economic signal to steer producers and consumers away from carbon-intensive goods and services, hold businesses accountable for their emissions, and enhance the business case for the development of low-carbon solutions. About 80% of our total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally.1 Carbon Tax in Singapore from 2019 to 2023 Singapore implemented a carbon tax, the first carbon pricing scheme in Southeast Asia, on 1 January 2019. The carbon tax level was set at S\$5/tCO2e for the first five years from 2019 to 2023 to provide a transitional period for emitters to adjust. Key Updates to Singapore's Carbon Tax from 2024 As announced at Budget 2022, to support our net zero target, the carbon tax was raised to S\$25/tCO2e with effect from 2024. It was raised to S\$45/tCO2e with effect from 1 Jan 2026 for 2026 and 2027, with a view to reaching S\$50-80/tCO2e by 2030. This will strengthen the price signal and impetus for businesses and individuals to reduce their carbon footprint in line with national climate goals. ![](https://www.nccs.gov.sg/images/carbontaxgraph_updated.png) The carbon tax trajectory is critical in enabling the pace of transformation needed to achieve our climate ambition and make the economy- and society-wide transition to a low-carbon future. It also helps businesses remain competitive by enhancing the business case to invest in low-carbon solutions and ensuring that new investments and economic activities are aligned with our national climate goals. The Government does not expect to derive additional net revenue from the carbon tax increase in this decade. Carbon tax revenue helps to fund measures that support decarbonisation efforts and the transition to a green economy and cushion the impact on businesses. The Government also provides additional U-Save rebates to households to cushion the impact of the carbon tax increase. Use of International Carbon Credits Companies may use high quality international carbon credits (ICCs) to offset up to 5% of their taxable emissions from 2024. This will cushion the impact for companies that are able to source for eligible carbon credits in a cost-effective manner, help to create local demand for high-quality carbon credits, and catalyse the development of well-functioning and regulated carbon markets. Eligible ICCs used under the carbon tax regime will need to comply with rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and meet seven principles to demonstrate high environmental integrity. More details can be found at Singapore’s Carbon Markets Cooperation [website](https://www.carbonmarkets-cooperation.gov.sg/). Transition Framework The transition framework provides support for emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) companies as they work to reduce emissions and invest in cleaner technologies, while managing the near-term impact on business competitiveness. The framework will also help to mitigate the risk of carbon leakage. The amount of allowances awarded to each facility is determined based on its performance on internationally-recognised efficiency benchmarks where available, and the facility’s decarbonisation plans. These transitory allowances are limited to only a portion of companies’ emissions, and the amount awarded to eligible facilities will also be reviewed regularly. New investments will not qualify for the transition framework. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California. #### FAQs 1\. Who is covered under the carbon tax? The carbon tax is levied on facilities that directly emit at least 25,000 tCO2e of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually. It currently covers seven GHGs, namely carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), and Nitrogen Trifluoride (NF3). About 80% of our total GHG emissions are covered by carbon tax and fuel excise duties on our transport fuels. Of our emissions, around 70% are covered by the carbon tax levied on about 50 facilities in the manufacturing, power, waste, and water sectors. This coverage is one of the most comprehensive globally. Facilities in other sectors also indirectly face a carbon price on the electricity they consume as power generation companies are expected to pass on some degree of their own tax burden through increased electricity tariffs. 2\. How are emissions-intensive trade-exposed (EITE) sectors determined? Why is there a need for the transition framework for EITE sectors? EITE sectors face a higher risk of carbon leakage, where companies relocate to other jurisdictions with less stringent climate policies as a result of intense competition in the global market. Examples of EITE sectors include chemicals, electronics and biomedical manufacturing sectors, while non-EITE sectors include domestic-oriented sectors like power generation and waste management. As the Government raises the carbon tax, companies in EITE sectors may face higher costs than their counterparts in jurisdictions with no or lower effective carbon prices. These companies contribute a significant number of jobs and value-added to our economy. Some will require more time to make the necessary reduction in emissions or investment in cleaner technologies. By providing for a transition framework, the Government seeks to alleviate the near-term impact on business competitiveness and minimise the risk of carbon leakage. To encourage decarbonisation, transitory allowances are provided for only a portion of companies’ emissions. Similar frameworks have been implemented in other jurisdictions with carbon pricing schemes, including the EU, South Korea, and California. 3\. Which other countries or jurisdictions have implemented carbon pricing? Carbon pricing has been implemented in many countries, with more planning to implement them in the future. There are 80 compliance carbon pricing instruments in operation, covering about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2025.2 A few of these jurisdictions such as Finland, Norway and Sweden have implemented carbon pricing as early as the 1990s. In recent years, jurisdictions in our region have also implemented or announced plans to introduce compliance carbon pricing mechanisms, including Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. 4\. How will the increased carbon tax levels affect households? What support will be available to help them cope with their cost concerns? To help households defray their utilities expenses, the Government provides up to \$380/year in U-Save rebates under the permanent GST Voucher Scheme. We have provided higher U-Save rebates in recent years to support living expenses amidst higher inflation and to cushion the impact of the increase in carbon tax and water prices. We provided double the regular U-Save amount, or up to \$760 in FY2022, FY2023 and FY2025, as well as 2.5 times the regular U-Save amount, or up to \$950 in FY2024. Although the carbon tax is directly levied upstream on large emitters, it could flow through in the form of higher electricity tariffs as power companies pass on the carbon tax to end users. On average, with every \$5/tCO2e increase in the carbon tax level, electricity tariffs could rise by around 1%. The increase in carbon tax to \$45/tCO2e is estimated to translate to an increase of about \$3 per month in household utility bills for the average 4-room HDB flat, holding other tariff cost components constant. The carbon tax is needed to put a price on the externality or social cost of carbon. In doing so, it shapes the behaviour of individuals and households to reduce their energy consumption and be more energy efficient, to enable us to meet our long-term commitments. Notwithstanding, the Government is committed to help Singaporean households cope with the rising cost of living, whether this is driven by carbon tax or other factors. 5\. How would the Government ensure that consumers are not over-charged by electricity retailers passing on more than 100 per cent of the carbon tax to consumers? Today’s electricity retail market is competitive and discourages retailers from raising their electricity rates excessively. Nevertheless, the Energy Market Authority will continue to ensure fair and efficient conduct of market players. Government agencies will also work closely with the Consumer Association of Singapore and Competition & Consumer Commission of Singapore to monitor the market for unfair pricing and coordinated price hikes which are anti-competitive. 6\. Why are we allowing carbon tax liable facilities to offset only up to 5% of their emissions using international carbon credits from 2024? The facility-level limit has been set at 5% to ensure that the industry continues to prioritise domestic emissions reduction, while providing an additional decarbonisation pathway for hard-to-abate sectors that may find it challenging to significantly cut emissions in the near to medium term. This limit is aligned with other comparable jurisdictions with similar climate ambitions, such as South Korea and California. We will continue to review the facility-level limit overtime to align with international developments. *** 1 Singapore’s carbon tax covered around 80% of our total national emissions at the point of introduction. The coverage each year is subject to changes in emissions from taxable and non-taxable sources that constitute Singapore’s GHG inventory. In November 2024, we formalised our accounting methodology for hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) emissions from the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector and included these emissions in our GHG inventory, in accordance with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines. Due to this rebasing, Singapore’s carbon tax coverage for 2022 emissions fell to around 71% from 76%. The Singapore government has implemented measures since 2020 to reduce GHG emissions from the use of HFC refrigerants in the RAC sector, such as banning the supply of RAC equipment that use high Global Warming Potential refrigerants. We will continue to review our RAC HFC mitigation policies to ensure they remain fit for purpose and effective in meeting our climate targets. 2 Based on World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Dashboard as of Apr 2025.
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