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Communication template assistant
Drafts a structured request to a non-EU installation for the embedded emissions data needed to complete a CBAM quarterly report. The draft is illustrative; review with counsel before sending.
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Subject: Request for embedded emissions data, Iron and steel, Q4 2026 Dear Sir or Madam, [Reporting declarant] is a reporting declarant under the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Regulation (EU) 2023/956). To meet our quarterly reporting obligation for Q4 2026, we are seeking the embedded emissions data of the CBAM goods produced at [Installation name]. Please provide the following, by installation and by CN code: - Total output of CBAM goods in the reporting period (tonnes or MWh). - Direct specific embedded emissions per tonne (tCO2e/tonne), with the calculation method used. - Indirect specific embedded emissions per tonne, where applicable for the sector and period. - Embedded emissions of relevant precursors, with mapping to the finished goods. - Description of the system boundary, monitoring approach and any default values used. - Carbon price effectively paid in the country of origin, with supporting evidence (receipts, certificates or sworn statements). - Verification status and the name of the accredited verifier, where verification has been performed. Please use the European Commission's communication template for CBAM operators where possible. Our deadline to receive the data is [Date] so that we can complete our submission within the regulatory timeline. We will treat the information as commercially confidential and use it solely for CBAM reporting purposes. Thank you for your cooperation. [Reporting declarant]
Illustrative draft only; not legal advice. Verify against the European Commission's communication template and the applicable implementing acts. See disclaimer.