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ResponsibleSteel, an international non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable practices within the steel industry, has recently published a comprehensive report titled “Charting Progress to 1.5°C.” The Green Steel World team had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Alli Devlin, Senior Decarbonization Advisor at ResponsibleSteel and the primary author of the report. Dr. Devlin offered invaluable insights into the report's findings and its implications for the iron and steel industry.

With the investment into upgrading the annealing and coating line for non-oriented electrical steel, SIJ Acroni has established the conditions for the pioneering production of the most advanced electrical steel through the EAF route. These are the grades that form the heart of electric-powered vehicles of the future.

Motivated by the need for digitalization, sustainability and transparent price discovery, Dr. Sebastian Kreft and Dr. Frank Jackel, Co-Founders and Managing Directors of Metalshub, embarked on their journey in 2016 and laid the groundwork for their company´s inception. They commenced development in 2017 and officially launched their services later that year, marking the beginning of their mission to revolutionize the metals and mining sector. The Green Steel World team was delighted to receive the opportunity to speak with Dr. Kreft.

In my recent conversation with Arvedi AST's Chief Technical Officer, Mr. Gian Luca Gigli, I gained insight into the company's rich legacy and its bold new commitment to decarbonisation. Building upon 140 years of experience, Arvedi AST is on a journey to transform its processes, plants, and products, driving the entire industry towards a more sustainable future. As an integral part of the Arvedi Group, AST offers customers the combined expertise of its seasoned professionals, underscored by a steadfast focus on sustainability and innovation. With a streamlined sales organization and a team of highly experienced technical engineers and experts, Arvedi AST delivers high-value products and services tailored to diverse market sectors.

In an exclusive interview with Green Steel World, Mr. Jeroen Klumper, Director Sustainable Transition at Tata Steel Nederland, offers insights into the company's vision for a sustainable future. From pioneering technologies to customer-focused solutions, Mr. Klumper sheds light on Tata Steel's sustainable transition journey.

Heralding a new dawn in steel production, the Indian enterprise Saarloha Advanced Materials Pvt. Ltd., part of the Kalyani Group, proudly unveiled its green steel brand, KALYANI FeRRESTATM, in December 2022. This landmark event signifies a leap towards sustainable change in the industry. Positioned at the forefront of innovation, Saarloha has embarked on a bold mission to revolutionize one of the world's most energy-intensive industries by championing sustainability. In an exclusive interview, we explore the company's journey and eco-conscious efforts with Mr. R.K. Goyal, Director at Saarloha, to reveal the insights driving its initiative and the impact of its green steel vision.

The necessity of renewable energy projects across the globe is evident, yet debate continues over where these projects are best placed, why such resistance to new projects exists and the real benefit they generate for local communities. Businesses, policymakers, and residents alike debate the generation of jobs, community engagement and social cohesion, all whilst accepting the underlying principle that the global community must discover and successfully implement new methods of generating and harnessing energy. This tension is increasingly evident in Italy, the UK, US and other high-income economies but notably, we also see local communities working in partnership with businesses to embrace renewable projects and reaping the benefits in their backyards.

Since its inaugural Sustainability Report in 1998, Nippon Steel Corporation has remained steadfast in its dedication to fostering a sustainable society through its business endeavours (as stated in the company policy). Embracing a philosophy that places great importance on promoting activities aligned with sustainability goals, the corporation released its latest report in September 2023. We have prepared a short overview of the key highlights of the Report, focusing on the initiatives in transitioning towards low-carbon steelmaking processes, including advancements in hydrogen-based ironmaking and CO2 capture initiatives.

In an era defined by growing environmental concerns and the urgent need for sustainable solutions, industries worldwide are reassessing their practices to minimize their ecological footprint. Among them, the steel industry, known for its significant carbon emissions and resource-intensive processes, stands at a critical crossroads. Enter Alleima, a trailblazer in stainless steel material production, with a century-old legacy of innovation and a strong commitment to sustainability. Through insights from Mr. Håkan Sundström, Head of Sustainability and Governance at Alleima, and Dr. Dilip Chandrasekaran, Global Business Development Manager at Kanthal, we uncover Alleima's vision, achievements and aspirations in driving the green steel revolution.

Together with Peab, SSAB and Wihlborgs, Ruukki presents the world's first building featuring fossil-free steel. The building, Tomaten 1, in Lund, Sweden is an industrial facility covering roughly 6,000 square meters. The fossil-free SSAB steel, made with HYBRIT technology, has been used in the manufacture of the Ruukki sandwich panels in the building. Approximately 40% of the building's façade is made of fossil-free steel. Some of the key participants kindly shared some more information about this project.