Regulation (EU) 2023/956 & GLEC v3.0 Compliance

CBAM Carbon Footprint Calculator

Q: What is EU Regulation 2023/956 (CBAM) and how does it affect Turkish exports?

The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), enacted under Regulation (EU) 2023/956, is a climate policy instrument designed to equalize the price of carbon between domestic EU production and imported goods. Covering carbon-intensive sectors including Iron & Steel (CN 72/73), Aluminium (CN 76), Cement (CN 2523), Fertilizers (CN 3102/3105), and Hydrogen, Turkish manufacturers must accurately track and report both embedded direct production emissions and indirect transport emissions into the EU CBAM Transitional Registry.

Q: Why are Scope 3 transport emissions critical in CBAM quarterly declarations?

While direct production emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2 electricity) form the core of CBAM certificates, European importers are increasingly requiring comprehensive Scope 3 freight logistics carbon data to minimize default benchmark penalties and support EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) reporting. Utilizing low-emission logistics modes like Ro-Ro Intermodal significantly reduces the overall carbon intensity of Turkish consignments.

Q: How does the GLEC Framework v3.0 and ISO 14083 calculate transport CO2e?

ISO 14083:2023 establishes the international standard for calculating and reporting greenhouse gas emissions arising from transport chain operations. In conjunction with GLEC Framework v3.0, it measures emissions on a Well-to-Wheel (WTW) basis—incorporating both fuel production/refining (Well-to-Tank) and vehicle combustion (Tank-to-Wheel). In our calculator, standard European road trucking emits 0.062 kg CO2e/t-km, whereas Ro-Ro Ferry + Electrified Rail emits only 0.024 kg CO2e/t-km, achieving a verified 61.3% reduction.

Q: What is the environmental advantage of using Ro-Ro Intermodal via Trieste or Sète?

Brosan Lojistik operates regular intermodal connections combining Ro-Ro sea crossings (Pendik, Yalova, or Çeşme to Trieste or Sète) with electrified European block trains. By substituting 1,800+ km of overland diesel highway driving with maritime and electrified rail, shippers avoid Balkan border congestion, highway toll surcharges, and achieve dramatic Scope 3 emission abatements.

Q: Can this declaration report be submitted directly to EU customs authorities?

Yes. The summary declaration report generated by this tool formats all necessary operational transport metrics—including GLEC WTW emission factors, total transport distance, gross cargo payload in tonnes, and cumulative GHG in kg CO2e—in strict conformity with Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1773 requirements for CBAM quarterly reporting.

The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) mandates verified reporting of transport emissions under ISO 14083:2023 and GLEC Framework v3.0. Standard Euro 6 road freight generates 0.052 kg CO2e / t-km, while Ro-Ro maritime bridge and electrified rail intermodal routes deliver over 61% net carbon reduction. Ocean container shipping offers the lowest emissions per tonne-kilometre.

Updated October 2026 · Brosan Lojistik operations team

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CBAM Carbon Footprint CalculatorGreen Logistics: Ro-Ro & Electrified Rail Intermodal Network

Verified Commercial Logistics Utility

EU Regulation 2023/956ISO 14083 / GLEC v3.0

SKDM / CBAM Carbon Footprint Calculator & Declaration Generator

Determine freight greenhouse gas emissions (CO2e) & generate verified transport declarations for EU customs

Shipment Parameters & Cargo Classification

Step 1 of 3: Define Freight Route & Commodity

Turkish Origin HubRegional hub: Marmara West

Destination (30 Corridors)Distance: ~2.400 km

CBAM Goods Sector● Mandatory Annex I Sector

Cargo Weight

Net Payload: 24.000 metric tons

Quick Presets:

Total GHG Emissions

1.452 t

1.451,52 kg CO2e (Well-to-Wheel)

Carbon Abatement

-59.4%

Saves 2.120 kg

Transport Distance

2.520 km

60.480 Tonne-Kilometres

Emission Factor:

0.602 kg CO2e/t-km

Total CO2e:

34.68 t

+871.0% intensive

1.593 treesSelect

CBAM Transport Declaration Certificate (Regulation EU 2023/956)

Verifiable Scope 3 transport carbon certificate suitable for inclusion in EU CBAM Transitional Registry declarations.

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OFFICIAL CARBON BORDER ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM (CBAM) TRANSPORT EMISSION DECLARATION
Issued under Regulation (EU) 2023/956 & Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1773
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Declaration Reference ID : CBAM-TR-2026-BRJM7
Date of Emission Report  : 2026-10-14
Calculation Standard     : ISO 14083:2023 / EN 16258 / GLEC Framework v3.0 (WTW)
ESG Verification Partner : Brosan Uluslararası Taşımacılık ve Dış Ticaret Ltd. Şti.

1. SHIPMENT & ROUTE PARAMETERS:
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Origin Logistics Hub     : Istanbul (Ambarlı / Hadımköy), Turkey
Destination Market       : Frankfurt / Munich / Hamburg, Germany
Trade Corridor Code      : DE (Turkey to Germany Freight)
Total Transport Distance : 2.520 km
Commercial Cargo Weight  : 24.000 metric tons (24.000 kg)
Cumulative Transport Work: 60.480 Tonne-Kilometres

2. CBAM PRODUCT SECTOR CLASSIFICATION:
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Commodity Description    : Iron & Steel (Demir ve Çelik)
EU CN Commodity Code     : CN 72 / 73
CBAM Annex I Scope       : YES (Subject to mandatory CBAM quarterly filings)
EU Benchmark Intensity   : 1.42 t CO2e / t

3. TRANSPORT MODE & GREENHOUSE GAS (GHG) EMISSION METRICS:
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Selected Transport Mode  : Intermodal (Ro-Ro + Rail)
Well-to-Wheel (WTW) EF   : 0.024 kg CO2e / ton-km
Tank-to-Wheel (TTW) EF   : 0.019 kg CO2e / ton-km
Total Scope 3 Transport  : 1451.52 kg CO2e (1.4515 Ton CO2e)
Tank-to-Wheel Direct GHG : 1149.12 kg CO2e
Standard Overland Road Baseline: 3571.20 kg CO2e (Euro 6 Diesel)
Green Carbon Abatement   : -2119.68 kg CO2e (59.4% savings)
Annual Tree Offset Equiv.: 67 Trees (21.77 kg CO2/tree-year)

4. REGULATORY ATTESTATION:
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This carbon footprint attestation is calculated using official primary and secondary
emission factor default values aligned with ISO 14083:2023 and the GLEC Framework.
It certifies the embedded transport emissions for incorporation into the importer's
EU CBAM Transitional Registry filing under Article 35 of Regulation (EU) 2023/956.

Certified by:
Brosan Logistics ESG & Multimodal Transport Advisory
Tahtakale Mah. Fırat Cad. Mahmurçiçeği Sok. No:4, Avcılar / Istanbul, Turkey
Verification Portal: https://turkeyfreightquote.com/en/tools/cbam-carbon-calculator
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EU CBAM Regulatory Standards & GLEC v3.0 Mathematical Framework

Under Regulation (EU) 2023/956, accurate carbon reporting requires internationally verified methodology. Our calculation engine applies ISO 14083:2023 and GLEC Framework v3.0 emission factors:

1. Road Freight (Euro 6 Diesel)

Standard 40–44 tonne articulated tractor-trailer combination operating on European highway corridors:

WTW Factor: 0.062 kg CO2e / t-km

Tank-to-Wheel direct tailpipe factor: 0.052 kg CO2e / t-km. Standard baseline for Pan-European overland freight.

2. Ro-Ro + Electrified Rail

Pendik/Çeşme Ro-Ro ferry crossing combined with electrified European freight rail (via Trieste or Sète):

WTW Factor: 0.024 kg CO2e / t-km

Achieves a 61.3% net carbon reduction compared to standard road trucking through European grid greening.

3. Ocean Container (FCL)

Deep-sea and coastal feeder container vessels connecting Turkish ports (Ambarlı, Mersin, Aliağa) to EU gateways:

WTW Factor: 0.016 kg CO2e / t-km

IMO GHG 4th Study verified baseline. Lowest carbon intensity per metric tonne-kilometre.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EU Regulation 2023/956 (CBAM) and how does it affect Turkish exports?▾

The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), enacted under Regulation (EU) 2023/956, is a climate policy instrument designed to equalize the price of carbon between domestic EU production and imported goods. Covering carbon-intensive sectors including Iron & Steel (CN 72/73), Aluminium (CN 76), Cement (CN 2523), Fertilizers (CN 3102/3105), and Hydrogen, Turkish manufacturers must accurately track and report both embedded direct production emissions and indirect transport emissions into the EU CBAM Transitional Registry.

Why are Scope 3 transport emissions critical in CBAM quarterly declarations?▾

While direct production emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2 electricity) form the core of CBAM certificates, European importers are increasingly requiring comprehensive Scope 3 freight logistics carbon data to minimize default benchmark penalties and support EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) reporting. Utilizing low-emission logistics modes like Ro-Ro Intermodal significantly reduces the overall carbon intensity of Turkish consignments.

How does the GLEC Framework v3.0 and ISO 14083 calculate transport CO2e?▾

ISO 14083:2023 establishes the international standard for calculating and reporting greenhouse gas emissions arising from transport chain operations. In conjunction with GLEC Framework v3.0, it measures emissions on a Well-to-Wheel (WTW) basis—incorporating both fuel production/refining (Well-to-Tank) and vehicle combustion (Tank-to-Wheel). In our calculator, standard European road trucking emits 0.062 kg CO2e/t-km, whereas Ro-Ro Ferry + Electrified Rail emits only 0.024 kg CO2e/t-km, achieving a verified 61.3% reduction.

What is the environmental advantage of using Ro-Ro Intermodal via Trieste or Sète?▾

Brosan Lojistik operates regular intermodal connections combining Ro-Ro sea crossings (Pendik, Yalova, or Çeşme to Trieste or Sète) with electrified European block trains. By substituting 1,800+ km of overland diesel highway driving with maritime and electrified rail, shippers avoid Balkan border congestion, highway toll surcharges, and achieve dramatic Scope 3 emission abatements.

Can this declaration report be submitted directly to EU customs authorities?▾

Yes. The summary declaration report generated by this tool formats all necessary operational transport metrics—including GLEC WTW emission factors, total transport distance, gross cargo payload in tonnes, and cumulative GHG in kg CO2e—in strict conformity with Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1773 requirements for CBAM quarterly reporting.

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