CBAM
CBAM default values and benchmarks
How to think about default values, benchmarks, and source-backed assumptions in an early CBAM review.
Default values and benchmarks can help teams plan, but they should not be treated as verified supplier emissions. This guide explains the safer way to use them.
What default values are for
Default values can support early planning when installation-level emissions are missing. They help teams understand exposure direction before final reporting or verification work is complete.
What to record
- The source used for the value.
- The date or version of the reference.
- The product code and product group match.
- Any assumption that may change after supplier review.
Use inside the platform
Route pages show approved references when available. Keep those references attached to the scenario summary so a reviewer can see which assumption drove the estimate.