London Metal Exchange explores sustainability price premium for low-carbon metals

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Market announces it is working on plans to introduce price premiums for sustainable metals that can support the development of low carbon innovations

The London Metal Exchange (LME) announced this week it is working on proposals to introduce a premium on approved metal brands that meet certain sustainability criteria with a view to boosting transparency...

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