Preparing for the start of CBAM: The effects on Ukraine’s economy & possible policy responses
In 2026, the EU will start the payment phase of its new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism - a key element of the European Green Deal. As Ukraine’s economy is highly carbon-intensive and 60-70% of Ukrainian exports are directed to the EU market, the mechanism could become highly relevant for the country.
This webinar will present the results of a recently published Green Deal Ukraina study on CBAM’s expected impact on the Ukrainian economy and its decarbonisation trajectory. Additional insights from Deloitte and a high-level panel discussion with experts and audience participation will give Ukrainian and European policy makers robust insights into what consequences can be expected from CBAM, and which policy needs occur.
| 13:00-13.10 | Welcome and Introduction | Georg Zachmann, Scientific Lead Green Deal Ukraїna |
| 13:10-13.20 | Presentation of GDU study results | Alexander Sicheneder, Energy Policy Advisor Green Deal Ukraїna |
| 13:20-13.30 | Presentation of Deloitte | David Saha, Head of the Economic Advisory of Deloitte in Germany |
| 13:30-14.00 | Discussants Moderated by Georg Zachmann |
Taras Kachka, Deputy Minister – Trade Representative at Ministry of Economy of Ukraine Peter Pozsgai, Lead of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Readiness Task Force in the Energy Community Secretariat Olha Yevstihnieieva, RST, Ministry of Energy of Ukraine |
| 14:00–14:15 | Closing remarks | Georg Zachmann |
