{{contact.first_name}}, EU CBAM 2026 and what you need to know
Jan 05, 2026 3:01 pm
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The era of "simple reporting" for CBAM is officially over. Since 1 January 2026, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism has shifted from a data-gathering exercise into a binding, high-stakes financial regime.
We have just released the full report: “From Policy to Enforcement – CBAM 2026.” This is the deep dive designed for those who manage the actual costs and compliance of trade.
As a valued subscriber to our updates, we are pleased to offer you the Executive Summary of the report for free, so you can understand the high-level goals.
However, to navigate the actual complexity of filing EU CBAM reports, financial planning, and legal CBAM audits, you need more than just the basics.
What the full report covers in detail:
- Day One Readiness: A breakdown of the shift to the definitive regime, including the transition to the centralized CBAM registry and the first sale of certificates in early 2027.
- The New Math of Emissions: Beyond the basics, we explain the complex calculation formulas for precursors and "complex goods," and how to navigate the technical system boundaries for steel, aluminum, and cement.
- Financial Mechanics: A practical guide to Free Allocation Adjustments (the "discounts" based on EU benchmarks) and the escalating Default Value mark-ups (10% to 30%) that penalize those without actual data.
- Enforcement & Verification: Why the new accreditation rules mean your verifier must now be a sector-specialist, and how the "anti-circumvention" measures will target supply chain manipulation.
- The 2028 Horizon: Detailed analysis of the 180+ new CN codes—including screws, bolts, and finished containers—that will fall under the 2028 scope expansion.
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CBAM is no longer just a climate policy; it is a fundamental shift in the cost of doing business in Europe. If you are sourcing or advising on carbon-intensive goods, the details in this report will determine your margins and your compliance risk in 2026.
Arne Mielken