Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-000774/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Dan-Ştefan Motreanu (PPE)
The implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in 2026 raises serious concerns for the wind energy sector in the EU. According to a study commissioned by WindEurope, the cost of CBAM certificates for steel used in wind turbines, combined with the administrative burden of calculating embedded emissions, will significantly impact the industry’s competitiveness.
The study, conducted by EY, estimates that each wind turbine produced in the EU could face an additional cost of EUR 910 000 associated with CBAM certificates. These rising costs are challenging to pass on to consumers, potentially undermining the expansion of wind energy at a time when the EU is striving to accelerate its clean energy transition.
As wind energy is a cornerstone of the European Green Deal and the EU’s energy security strategy, what measures does the Commission plan to take to mitigate the financial and administrative burden of the CBAM on the wind industry, while ensuring the policy achieves its climate objectives?
Submitted: 19.2.2025