As global climate regulations continue to evolve, Indian businesses are preparing for a new era of compliance, transparency, and competitiveness. With the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) moving closer to its fully operational phase at the beginning of 2026, and India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme expected to be in effect within a year, managing carbon emissions is becoming not just a regulatory requirement but a key strategic priority for companies.
In this backdrop, the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC) successfully conducted the November 2025 batch of its three-day virtual Intermediate Training on Carbon Accounting and CBAM in collaboration with KarbonWise. The programme brought together 25 participants from Indian and European companies operating in India, seeking to strengthen their technical understanding and enhance their organisational readiness for the evolving landscape.
The training began with core concepts in carbon accounting, providing an overview of how companies can measure and manage their Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions in a structured, consistent manner. Using the Greenhouse Gas Protocol as the reference standard, the sessions walked participants through the fundamental building blocks of carbon accounting – data types, boundaries, emission factors, and calculation methods. Participants also worked through a hands-on group exercise that helped convert theory into practice by developing a simplified organisational carbon footprint.
A significant part of the programme focused on product-level carbon footprinting – an increasingly important topic for companies involved in global value chains. Participants explored the steps involved in carbon accounting for specific products, how it differs from organisational carbon accounting in terms of boundaries and data collection, and how to manage the practical realities of data gaps and uncertainty.
The emphasis on foundational knowledge provided a strong base before the training shifted fully toward CBAM. Participants received an overview of the regulation, its applicability, and its potential impact on exporters. The sessions covered CBAM-specific methodologies and practical considerations for navigating business partner expectations.
Practical implementation was a key theme throughout the training. The session highlighted the importance of scalable processes and cross-departmental collaboration, especially for companies with diverse product lines or complex supply chains.
The training came at a pivotal time for companies navigating regulatory developments, after the recent Omnibus revisions to CBAM. These updates were reflected in the November batch to ensure participants are up to date with the current rules. One of the key changes is the postponement of the first annual reporting deadline to September 2027 for reporting 2026 emissions, giving companies additional time to prepare and streamline data collection.
As regulatory expectations tighten and supply chain transparency becomes a competitive differentiator, organisational preparedness is crucial. IGCC continues to support the Indo-German business community by equipping companies with the knowledge, clarity, and tools needed to navigate changing international requirements with confidence.
For support on carbon accounting and CBAM preparedness – including advisory, digital platforms to streamline carbon management, and customised capacity-building workshops, please write to sustainmarkets@indo-german.com.
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