There are a range of ways to improve sustainability in metal production, and companies that are investing in them now will be able to navigate the regulatory and consumer pressures that are likely to continue in the decades ahead.
Like many industries, the future of metals and steel manufacturing is under pressure to improve sustainability and reduce environmental impact. And for good reason. Steel production alone accounts for up to 11% of global CO2 emissions, and pollutants from the manufacturing process also cause issues for land and water health.