Chapter 08 · Finance, data & evidenceSustainability Language
Embedded emissions* (3(4))
Definition
direct emissions released during production of goods + (for listed sectors) indirect emissions from electricity consumed in production; expressed as **specific embedded emissions** (tCO₂e/t of goods; tCO₂e/MWh for electricity)
References
EUdefinition
direct emissions released during production of goods + (for listed sectors) indirect emissions from electricity consumed in production; expressed as **specific embedded emissions** (tCO₂e/t of goods; tCO₂e/MWh for electricity)
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)CBAM · verified 2026-08-22
Overview
The overview for this term is being prepared.