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EU Rejects UK CBAM Exemption: £800M Annual Hit to British Industry
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2026-01-12
The EU will not grant the UK a CBAM exemption unless the two sides formally link their emissions trading systems. UK government estimates indicate that from 2026, this will burden British industry with around £800 million in annual carbon fees, plus heavy administrative requirements like emissions reporting, verification, and certification—similar to post-Brexit paperwork surges.
Limited relief may apply to UK electricity exports. The EU recognizes higher UK electricity generators’ carbon costs, exempting them in principle from CBAM fees, welcomed by the UK government. However, steel, cement, fertilizers, and aluminum exports remain affected. Frank Aaskov, Policy Director for UK Steel, warned that CBAM would heighten competitive disadvantage amid global trade uncertainty. Although the carbon cost for hot-rolled wire is only €13 per ton, market prices are highly sensitive (around €650 per ton), and a €5 difference can determine a purchase decision. The impact is particularly large on small and medium-sized enterprises, making it hard to compete with low-cost imports from China. A UK government spokesperson reiterated prioritizing carbon market linkage to spare £7 billion in exports from CBAM fees. Industry fears eroded competitiveness, urging swift agreement.
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2026-01-12
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