Description: The report examines the challenges and methodologies for verifying the origin and emissions of imported goods under the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The study identifies suitable documentation, evaluates verification challenges for complex goods, and proposes possible solutions to (1) establish proof of origin for EU imports and (2) to address verification challenges for complex goods under CBAM. Regarding the proof of origin for EU imports, the report identifies two possible categories of documents: trade and customs records (e.g. certificates of origin) and business records (e.g. production logs, delivery notes). These are assessed for coverage, accuracy, tamper-proof characteristics, and reliability. Since it seems that no single document can fully verify a product’s origin, the study emphasizes a combination of different document types that may be further substantiated by system-based verification using ERP systems, cross-referencing, and virtual site visit techniques. The report also reviews four complex goods from the CBAM sectors iron & steel, aluminium, cement and fertilizers regarding sector-specific verification challenges. Key observation highlights: Cement production requires precise allocation of emissions between clinker production and milling. Fertilizer production involves complexities from multiple precursors and shared resources. Iron and steel verification is complicated by integrated processes and cross-border supply chains, while aluminium production, amongst other things, faces challenges distinguishing between scrap types. The report suggests combining delivery notes, ERP extracts, and access to manufacturers’ ERP system, supported by standardized templates, to enhance verification. In conclusion, robust documentation, ERP system-based verification, and sector-specific approaches are essential for addressing challenges in the implementation of CBAM regulation.
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Tags: Zement ? Aluminium ? Aluminiumherstellung ? Eisen ? Düngemittel ? Treibhausgasemission ? Düngemittelproduktion ? Schlacke ? Zementherstellung ? Literaturauswertung ? Produktionstechnik ? Studie ? Stahl ? CBAM ? Herkunftsnachweis ? Ressource ? Lieferkette ?
Region: Nordrhein-Westfalen
Bounding boxes: 5.8662503507406045° .. 9.461478369136085° x 50.323011952581965° .. 52.53144342795586°
License: Creative Commons Namensnennung-keine Bearbeitung-Nichtkommerziell 4.0
Language: Englisch/English
Last harvest: 04.06.2026 00:18
Time ranges: 2024-02-01 - 2026-02-28
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