Summary
From 2026, the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will extend EU ETS carbon pricing to imports to prevent carbon leakage and encourage cleaner production. This removes competitive advantages for producers operating under weaker environmental regulations.
CBAM raises compliance demands for EU importers, requiring emissions tracking, certificate purchases, and third-party verification. Exporters—especially in developing economies—face higher EU market costs and significant compliance investments, with carbon pricing potentially adding 20–30% to costs for unprepared, carbon-intensive sectors. With CBAM now in force, businesses must act quickly to build digital emissions capabilities and remain competitive in the EU market.
What’s in it for You
A clear, practical path to turning CBAM compliance into a competitive advantage. You gain faster, simpler compliance with evolving EU regulations while protecting margins and market access. With ITC Infotech’s CBAM-focused digital solutions, organizations can significantly reduce reporting effort, minimize penalty risk, and gain visibility into embedded emissions across the value chain—often uncovering carbon cost optimization opportunities within the first year. The result: lower compliance friction, smarter decarbonization decisions, and sustained competitiveness in the EU market.
