Law 7/2021 and the Carbon Footprint in Cantabria
Law 7/2021, a national law applicable in Cantabria, requires large companies to measure and register their carbon footprint starting from January 1, 2025. This regulation is part of the national commitment towards climate neutrality by 2050, and Cantabria complements it with its Climate Change Action Strategy 2018-2030.
Who is obligated in Cantabria?
- Large companies
- Criterion: More than 250 employees or turnover exceeding 50 million €
- Obligation: Calculate and register their carbon footprint annually from 2025
- Examples: industries, large service and distribution chains
- SMEs
- Currently exempt, but expected to adapt if they work with large companies as suppliers or subcontractors
Steps to comply with the law:
- Calculate the carbon footprint
- Register emissions in the National Carbon Footprint Registry
- Develop a reduction plan
- Apply for aid for sustainable projects and energy efficiency
Initiatives and context in Cantabria:
- Regional strategy to reduce emissions until 2030
- Promotion of renewable energies and energy transition
- Public support for the decarbonization of business activity
Benefits of compliance:
- Access to subsidies and tax advantages
- Improved corporate reputation
- Greater competitiveness against other companies in the sector
- Regulatory compliance and prevention of sanctions
What happens if you don't comply?
- Economic sanctions from 2025
- Exclusion from public aid
- Loss of opportunities with large clients demanding ESG criteria
If you want to know more, consult our blog here.
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