Lead is already a commonly used material in the sheath for medium and high voltage cables[1]. It is not considered a problem for industrial applications, where

Lead is already a commonly used material in the sheath for medium and high voltage cables[1]. It is not considered a problem for industrial applications, where proper disposal of the cable at end of life is regulated, as far as I know. [1] https://www.htwirecable.com/products/cables-by-type/medium-voltage/lead-sheathed.html https://www.htwirecable.com/products/cables-by-type/medium-v...