DMCC Carbon Reporting:
Compliance Guide 2025
Navigate DMCC carbon reporting requirements for Dubai Multi Commodities Centre companies. Understand Federal Decree-Law No. 11 of 2024 obligations for commodities traders, refiners, and precious metals businesses in Almas Tower and JLT.
Does Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Need to Comply with UAE Carbon Reporting?
Yes. DMCC companies meeting emissions thresholds must comply with UAE federal carbon reporting requirements.
Companies registered in the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) are subject to Federal Decree-Law No. 11 of 2024 regardless of their specific commodities sector. This includes diamond and precious metals traders, gold refiners, agricultural commodities companies, and energy traders operating within DMCC.
DMCC is one of the world's leading free zones for commodities trading and enterprise, hosting over 24,000 registered companies across Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and Almas Tower. Despite its regulatory autonomy in commercial matters, DMCC entities must comply with UAE federal environmental laws including mandatory carbon reporting when thresholds are met.
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Overview
Established in 2002, DMCC has grown to become the world's premier free zone for commodities trading and a major business hub in Dubai. Home to the iconic Almas Tower and the vibrant Jumeirah Lakes Towers community, DMCC offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and a comprehensive ecosystem for businesses across the entire commodities value chain.
DMCC Specific Carbon Reporting Requirements
Applicability Thresholds
Commodities Sector Emissions Profile
Refining Operations Note
Gold and precious metals refiners in DMCC may have significant emissions from smelting operations and should carefully assess their total carbon footprint. These operations may trigger mandatory reporting thresholds due to energy-intensive processes.
Dual Reporting Framework: Federal vs DMCC Requirements
DMCC companies must navigate federal carbon reporting requirements while maintaining their free zone operating licenses. The DMCC Authority provides support and resources for ESG compliance.
Federal (MOCCAE) Reporting Stream
IEQT Platform Registration
Register entity with MOCCAE using DMCC trade license
Annual Emissions Report
Submit comprehensive emissions including operations, refining processes
Third-Party Verification
Mandatory for entities exceeding 100,000 tCO₂e
DMCC Authority Coordination
License Compliance
Maintain valid DMCC trade license and permits
ESG Resources
Access DMCC sustainability guides and best practices
Sustainability Programs
Participate in DMCC ESG initiatives and networking
How to Register from Dubai Multi Commodities Centre
Assess Your Emissions Profile
Calculate total annual emissions including office energy consumption, refining operations (if applicable), business travel, logistics, and employee commuting.
Gather Documentation
- •Valid DMCC trade license
- •Emirates IDs of authorized signatories
- •Energy consumption records
- •Operational data (refiners)
IEQT Platform Registration
Visit ieqt.moccae.gov.ae and create an organizational account. Select appropriate sector and specify DMCC as your operating free zone.
Coordinate with DMCC Authority
Inform DMCC of your IEQT registration. Access ESG resources and participate in sustainability initiatives.
Submit Annual Reports
Complete your annual emissions inventory and submit through the IEQT platform. Arrange third-party verification if required.