In the face of climate change and growing sustainability requirements, an increasing number of companies are choosing to take pro-environmental action. Businesses are investing in the development of new products and services, as well as modernising processes to reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impact. One of the available tax incentives supporting such efforts is the tax relief for research and development (R&D tax relief). This mechanism allows companies to significantly reduce the cost of investing in green technologies.
What is R&D tax relief?
The R&D tax relief is one of the most effective tax incentives, enabling additional deductions of eligible costs related to research and development activities. This means that businesses can deduct, among others:
- employee expenses for those involved in R&D projects,
- expenses for specialized equipment and raw materials.
For projects focused on green innovation, R&D tax relief can serve as a substantial source of savings and a driver for further development.
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What types of green activities qualify for R&D tax relief?
Not every environmental initiative qualifies as R&D – the key is that the activity must be creative, innovative, and developmental in nature. Qualifying projects may include:
- developing technologies that improve energy efficiency,
- creating systems for raw material recovery and reuse,
- designing biodegradable or eco-friendly packaging,
- innovations that reduce CO₂ emissions,
- implementing environmentally friendly materials in production,
- expert reports and advisory services related to eco-innovation.
How can we help you?
By implementing green innovations and taking advantage of R&D tax relief, your company can:
Who can benefit from R&D tax relief?
Almost any business – regardless of industry or size – that engages in creative activity aimed at developing new or improving existing products, services, processes, or technologies may be eligible. Importantly, R&D activities are not limited to scientists working in laboratories. Any creative process that results in the development or enhancement of products or services may qualify.
How can we support your business?
At MDDP, we support companies in making full and safe use of R&D tax relief — also in the context of green investments. We offer comprehensive advisory services, including:
- identifying green activities with an R&D character, including those related to eco-innovation,
- verifying eligible costs,
- supporting proper documentation of costs,
- assisting with the tax relief settlement and reviewing its correct application,
- requesting individual tax rulings to eliminate any interpretative doubts.
Get in touch with us if you want to apply R&D tax relief to your green projects and optimise your tax liabilities!
Feel free to contact us
Bartosz Głowacki
Partner | Tax adviserE: bartosz.glowacki@mddp.plT: (+48) 603 980 382
Konrad Medoliński
Senior Manager | Tax adviser
E: konrad.medolinski@mddp.pl
T: (+48) 504 666 447