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The scarcity of resources represents one of the main obstacles for decarbonisation to be carried out. In the light of the ongoing energy transition and the difficulties that the steel industry is facing in that regard, a significant increase in demand for steel scrap can be expected. Therefore, all available sources must be utilized. As we are observing the humanity´s tale of sustainability unfold, Applied New Technologies AG (ANT AG), a German company based in Lübeck, is set on contributing to the noble cause. How? By providing products for dismantling obsolete ships with an environmentally friendly method.

OMC Thermochemistry seeks to commercialize a thermochemical pathway that uses heat and globally abundant materials (steel and aluminum) in a readily scalable fluidized bed reactor to split water to make green hydrogen, reduce CO2 to make CO, or co-feed water and CO2 to make syngas. The technology is currently at an integrated benchtop scale (Technology Readiness Level 5), and the company is looking for pilot opportunities with commercial collaborators.

The 28th annual United Nations climate meeting (COP 28) took place from November 30 to December 12 in Dubai, UAE. As expected, renewable energy was one of the key topics during discussions on how to limit and prepare for future climate change. In this exclusive piece, Mr. Patrick Donati, Founder of Terrawatt kindly shares his insight on this event from the perspective of a renewable energy expert.

Even though there have been several technological advancements, most of the world´s steel is still produced in blast furnaces (BFs) resulting in over eight percent of greenhouse gas emissions. The statistic is sending us a very clear message: every solution that appears on the horizon should be fully embraced in order for us to meet our net zero goals. Norway, well-known as the European renewable energy hub, has even more to offer in that regard. Through their Norwegian headquarters and the Chinese subsidiary, WAI Environmental Solutions (WAI) offers a cost-effective solution for metallurgical industries to meet their decarbonisation goals, in the form of biocarbon products.

Given its potential to revolutionize and redesign the steelmaking process, (green) hydrogen is among the most sought-after solutions. Steel companies worldwide are directing their attention to its use. Hydrogen-based steelmaking´s potential to spark change notwithstanding, the matter of finding the right technology that ensures an efficient and cost-effective process remains. With almost sixty years of experience in delivering innovation and modern solutions, Sarralle is up to the task.

The 13th edition of the Stainless Steel World Conference and Exhibition took place from 26th to 28th September in Maastricht, the Netherlands. This highly focused event is specially catered to stainless steel professionals from all sides of the industry, from mills and processers to stockists and suppliers, and from end users and engineering companies to consultants and corrosion experts. A staggering number of more than 8100 participants, including 370 Conference Delegates, demonstrates the huge success delivered by this event.

Being one of the fastest-growing large economies in the world, which brings vast increases in energy demand and emissions, India has been taking considerable steps to ensure GHG emissions reduction in various sectors. Seeing as India is the second-largest producer of steel (International Energy Agency), decarbonisation of the Indian steel industry will be key for achieving the country´s net-zero targets. By bringing together key stakeholders from the government, downstream, and the steel industry to discuss the challenges and solutions necessary to achieve an equitable and just transition in India, ResponsibleSteel once again demonstrated the role of its International Standard in impacting policy, finance, and energy transition to accelerate decarbonisation. On 22 July ResponsibleSteel hosted a critical meeting at the 14th Clean Energy Ministerial in Goa, India.

According to the World Economic Forum, the demand for steel is bound to increase by more than a third by 2050. Along with steel´s importance for core infrastructure, we must acknowledge its importance in achieving a global transition to a clean energy economy and zero-emission targets. New Zealand (Aotearoa) is actively participating in this transition. The GSW editorial team had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Troy Coyle, CEO of HERA, a New Zealand-based independent research association that supports research in heavy engineering with a focus on structural steel. To have a better grasp of HERA´s mission and New Zealand´s potential for decarbonisation, Green Steel World sat down with Dr. Coyle for an informative conversation.

It is common knowledge that producing steel is highly carbon intensive. According to the most recent International Energy Agency reports, global steel production continues to be dominated by conventional process routes. Significant changes in steel production pathways are needed to stay true to the net zero goals. While many stakeholders may have turned their attention to the implementation of (green) hydrogen, CCU, and CCS, another viable solution might be waiting just around the corner: biocoke.

After spending a lifetime working with metals, Rutger Gyllenram is as committed as ever to make a positive contribution to the steel industry. At the same time, he is equally determined to speak his mind on controversial topics. In a free-flowing interview, Mr Gyllenram shares some frank observations about the challenges to be expected during steel’s green transition.