Bavaria: the Wasssercent Coming

Sueddeutsche Zeitung

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The new levy amounts to ten cents per cubic metre of groundwater produced and has been very controversial until the end. Prime Minister Söder and the Cabinet have now decided to introduce it. For water suppliers, farmers and companies with their own wells, there is a high free quantity and numerous exceptions.

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Munich - For years the Bavarian coalition has been arguing about the Wassercent. Now the cabinet has decided on the concept. However, this provides for many exceptions and few conditions - and is outraged above all by environmentalists.

onetz.de

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For years, the introduction of a water cent has been discussed in Bavaria. After a coalition compromise, he is to come in the middle of 2026 and make up five euros per capita over the year. Because there are many exceptions, there is criticism.