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Rwanda

National Registry: RDB

MEDIUM EXPOSURE
EU Export Value
EUR 20M/year
Grid Intensity
210 gCO₂/kWh
Carbon Tax
None
CBAM Deduction
Not Eligible

CBAM Sector Exposure

SectorEU Default EFCBAM Cost/tNet Cost/t
Steel & Iron1.985 tCO₂/tEUR 130/tEUR 130/t

* Based on EU default emission factors and EU ETS price EUR 65.42/tCO₂. Net cost applies SA carbon tax deduction where eligible. Actual costs depend on verified embedded emissions.

Verification Savings Estimate

Rwanda's Grid Advantage: Up to 29% Below EU Default

EU Default EF
1.985
tCO₂/t (Steel & Iron)
Estimated Actual
1.410
tCO₂/t (verified)
Saving/Tonne
EUR 38
29% reduction
Annual Saving Estimator

Estimate based on 210 gCO₂/kWh grid intensity vs EU default EF of 1.985 tCO₂/t for Steel & Iron. Actual savings depend on verified embedded emissions. Engage an accredited verifier to confirm.

Key CBAM-Scope Exports

Steel products

Carbon Pricing Status

No Carbon Pricing — Full CBAM Cost Applies

Rwanda does not have a qualifying carbon pricing mechanism. Exporters will face the full CBAM cost with no domestic deduction. The gross CBAM liability applies in full from 31 May 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rwanda's CBAM exposure?

Rwanda's CBAM exposure is primarily in steel products. The country has a relatively low grid carbon intensity due to hydropower and methane gas generation.

In-Depth Guide

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A detailed analysis of Rwanda's CBAM exposure, sector-by-sector breakdown, emission factors, and step-by-step compliance pathway.

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Digital Product Passport Registry

Rwanda exporters shipping CBAM goods to the EU must complete all three compliance gates at the DPP Registry before the 31 May 2027 deadline.

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CBAM Compliance Checklist

  • 1.Identify CBAM-scope goods in your export portfolio
  • 2.Calculate embedded emissions per tonne
  • 3.Appoint an Authorised CBAM Declarant in the EU
  • 4.Register on the EU CBAM Registry
  • 5.Submit first CBAM declaration by 31 May 2027
  • 6.Purchase CBAM certificates for 2026 emissions