The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): New guidance and workshops launched for Northern Ireland businesses

Prepare your organisation for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism with guidance and events from Invest Northern Ireland

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is an EU system, introduced in 2023 and fully in place from 2026.

It applies a carbon cost to certain imported goods so they face the same climate-related charges as goods produced in the EU. A UK CBAM will follow in 2027.

This is particularly relevant for Northern Ireland businesses that trade with both the EU and the UK, as they may be subject to both CBAM systems.

CBAM guidance for Northern Ireland businesses

Invest Northern Ireland (Invest NI) has produced business guidance which explains the EU and UK CBAM rules.

It outlines what information you need to collect, who you need to share it with, and the key dates to plan for.

The guidance also provides a practical toolkit, including checklists, carbon calculators, and templates, to help you prepare and manage the process more easily.

Find practical CBAM guidance for NI businesses and access free tools to assist with compliance.

CBAM Workshops

Invest NI's upcoming workshops will provide Northern Ireland businesses with:

• a clear overview of CBAM and who it applies to
• guidance on data, documentation and reporting
• practical next steps to support clients and internal teams

These sessions will help you understand the impact of CBAM and how to prepare for its phased implementation.

Upcoming workshops include:

• Thursday 19 February – Invest NI HQ, Belfast
• Monday 9 March – Western Regional Office, Omagh
• Tuesday 10 March – North Western Regional Office, Derry/Londonderry
• Thursday 12 March – Southern Regional office, Newry
• Tuesday 24 March – North Eastern Regional Office - ECOS Hub, Ballymena

Book your place on one of the workshops.

First published 17 February 2026