Carbon is becoming part of the cost of steel, and it is arriving at different speeds in different markets. The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism entered its definitive phase in January 2026, the UK introduces its own version in January 2027, and buyers elsewhere are being asked for emissions data well before any regulation compels it.
We trade across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa, so we work with these regimes side by side rather than one at a time. We track the rules as they develop and work with our mills on the data our customers will be asked for, whichever market they are buying into. If you want to talk through what it means for your business, get in touch.
1. CBAM is Here: What It Means for UK Steel Buyers (5 minute read)
Carbon border rules are no longer a single-market question. The EU’s mechanism is live, the UK follows in 2027, and other markets are moving at their own pace. We set out how the regimes differ, what importers have to produce, and what good procurement looks like when carbon carries a cost.
2. Scrap, Hydrogen, or HBI? Understanding the Three Pillars of Green Steel Production (10 minute read)
From electric arc furnaces to hydrogen-based DRI, the path to low-carbon steel isn’t one-size-fits-all. This guide demystifies the major green production methods, including their emissions profiles, technological readiness, and supply chain implications.
3. Who’s Making the Greenest Steel? A 2025 Supplier Landscape Overview (3 minute read)
A look at the global producers leading the charge — from Scandinavian giants to niche mills in Eastern Europe. We track who’s producing low-CO₂ steel, what certifications matter (e.g. XCarb™, ResponsibleSteel), and which suppliers we trust at M7.
4. Green Premiums: How Much More Does Sustainable Steel Actually Cost? (6 minute read)
Everyone talks about the price of going green — but what does the data say? We break down the current pricing differentials between conventional and green steel grades, what’s driving them, and how to plan ahead for narrowing price gaps.
5. Low-Carbon Steel and BREEAM: How Sustainable Sourcing Boosts Project Ratings
For architects, developers, and procurement leads: learn how specifying low-CO₂ steel can enhance your building’s environmental performance rating. Includes tips on documentation, certification, and what M7 can provide to support your sustainability claims.
