The move is part of a plan to wind down the use of coal and allow energy firms to focus on developing lower-emission sources.
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Poland plans 33% windfall tax on coal firms’ excess profits
The new levy will inject 2 billion zloty into the Polish budget in 2023 and is to be used to reduce electricity prices for consumers.
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