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CBAM Reporting & Emissions Data Preparation

About

A global industrial manufacturing company required support in preparing Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) reporting for products exported to the European Union. The engagement focused on collecting emissions information, validating supplier data, and preparing reporting-ready documentation to support CBAM compliance.

Client Requirements

  • The client required an experienced sustainability partner to support CBAM reporting activities within aggressive reporting timelines. The project responsibilities included:

    • Collecting product and supplier emissions data required for CBAM reporting
    • Reviewing and validating supplier-provided emissions information and supporting documentation
    • Identifying missing information and coordinating supplier follow-ups
    • Structuring emissions data into standardized reporting templates
    • Performing data quality checks and validation prior to submission
    • Preparing reporting-ready datasets and supporting evidence for client review
    • Supporting the client’s internal sustainability and compliance teams throughout the reporting process

Our Solution

  • IDS deployed a dedicated sustainability team with expertise in supplier engagement, emissions data management, product stewardship, and sustainability reporting.

    Nature of Work

    • Coordinated supplier outreach to collect product-level emissions data and supporting documentation
    • Reviewed supplier submissions for completeness, consistency, and technical accuracy
    • Performed data validation and quality assurance checks to identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information
    • Followed up with suppliers to resolve data gaps and obtain supporting evidence
    • Standardized supplier emissions information into client-defined CBAM reporting templates
    • Verified product, material, and supplier information to improve reporting accuracy and traceability
    • Documented assumptions, calculations, and evidence supporting reported emissions data
    • Prepared reporting-ready datasets for client review prior to submission
    • Maintained regular communication with the client to review progress, clarify technical questions, and prioritize reporting activities
    • Delivered structured reporting packages supporting timely CBAM compliance

Business Value Delivered

  • Improved supplier emissions data quality through structured validation and follow-up
  • Reduced manual effort by standardizing emissions data into reporting-ready formats
  • Enhanced traceability through documented assumptions and supporting evidence
  • Supported timely preparation of CBAM reporting submissions
  • Established a repeatable workflow for future sustainability reporting initiatives

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