CBAM: The Key to Balancing Trade with Fair Carbon Pricing

What is it?

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), established by Regulation (EU) 2023/956, is a measure of the European Union (EU) that seeks to ensure that importers of goods comply with the EU's carbon emission regulations.

Under this system, importers must acquire certificates that reflect the cost of carbon they would have paid if the goods had been produced in accordance with EU standards. The implementation of CBAM, also known as MAFC in Spanish, will be carried out gradually from October 1, 2023, to the year 2034, with January 1, 2025, being a key date that marks the end of the transitional period and the beginning of the definitive application period of CBAM.

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What products are affected?
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CBAM will initially apply to imports with high carbon intensity, such as: cement, iron, steel, aluminum, fertilizers, electricity, and hydrogen.

During the transitional period, both direct and indirect emissions associated with certain products will be assessed. Ongoing evaluation will determine the possible expansion of indirect emissions to other goods, such as derived products, chemicals, and polymers, as the transitional period progresses.

How can Dcycle help you in the precise collection of data, managing environmental impact, and comply with CBAM legislation on time?

We specialize in helping you assess your carbon footprint and communicate effectively with stakeholders. We provide you with the necessary tools to simplify the collection and measurement of relevant data automatically, allowing you to obtain a roadmap and a clear vision of your environmental performance, driving not only sustainability but also the corporate responsibility of your company by taking immediate actions.

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