London Metal Exchange
The London Metal Exchange (LME), headquartered in London, GB, is a pivotal institution in the global metals market, renowned for its role in the trading of base metals. Founded in 1877, the LME has established itself as the world's premier marketplace for metal trading, offering a unique platform for price discovery and risk management. Operating primarily in the UK and with a significant presence in Asia, the LME facilitates trading in a variety of core products, including copper, aluminium, and zinc. Its distinctive features, such as the ability to trade in both physical and futures contracts, set it apart from other exchanges. The LME's commitment to transparency and efficiency has solidified its market position, making it a key player in the commodities industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does London Metal Exchange's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
London Metal Exchange's score of 13 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
London Metal Exchange's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the London Metal Exchange (LME) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,047,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, 218,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 214,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This data highlights the LME's significant carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are often the largest for financial institutions. The LME has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term commitment reflects the LME's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its overall environmental impact. The exchange's emissions per square metre of office space were reported at approximately 2,248.3 kg CO2e in 2023, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency. As part of its climate strategy, the LME is actively working towards its net-zero target, which underscores its role in promoting sustainability within the financial sector.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 22,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,601,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
London Metal Exchange is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
