Ukraine and Sweden have agreed on a framework to simplify accreditation procedures for emissions verifiers under the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
The initiative is designed to support Ukrainian exporters in maintaining access to the EU market under tightening environmental regulations. Under the plan, the Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment will assist in accrediting Ukrainian verification bodies, drawing on the National Accreditation Agency of Ukraine’s technical expertise.
Enabling use of actual emissions data
The framework will allow Ukrainian exporters to verify greenhouse gas emissions using actual data rather than default values.
This is critical as default values are typically higher and can significantly increase carbon-related costs under CBAM.
Addressing operational constraints
According to Ukrainian Deputy Minister Oleksandr Krasnolutskyi, the initiative responds to logistical challenges caused by martial law, which has limited the ability of foreign experts to conduct on-site verification. The cooperation is expected to establish a precedent for international accreditation partnerships, accelerating compliance processes.
The move is particularly important for energy-intensive industries such as steel, which are highly exposed to CBAM requirements. By enabling efficient verification and reducing reliance on default emission values, the initiative aims to help Ukrainian exporters remain competitive in the EU market.