Revolutionizing Steel Production: The Electrowinning Solution for Green Steel

Steel manufacturers around the world are exploring ways to decarbonize the CO2-intensive steel industry, which generates as much as 9 percent of human-caused CO2 emissions annually. One approach is the use of electric arc furnaces powered by renewable energy sources, which can reduce carbon emissions by up to 75 percent compared to traditional coal-based methods. However, to truly decarbonize the industry, a fundamental shift in primary steelmaking technology is needed, such as using hydrogen to process iron ore. Several projects involving hydrogen are in development worldwide, but significant investment in renewable energy capacity and next-generation technologies will be required. Government policies, collaboration between steel suppliers and customers, and retraining of workers will also be crucial in achieving a sustainable and low-carbon steel industry.