Synopsis: - The HYBRIT project, a collaborative venture between Vattenfall, SSAB, and LKAB, has successfully demonstrated fossil-free steel production at scale, with Mikael Nordlander, Vattenfall's Director of Industry Partnerships, highlighting Sweden's competitive advantages in leading this industrial transition at the recent ChangeNow conference in Paris.

Synopsis: - Aperam, a global leader in stainless steel and specialty metals, and its subsidiary ELG have unveiled new branding for their Aperam Recycling division, highlighting their unified commitment to becoming the preeminent value creator in the circular economy of sustainable materials.

Synopsis: - French energy giant TotalEnergies, through its subsidiary TEC H₂ MAG, has filed for environmental permits to develop the $16 billion H2 Magallanes project in Chile, which aims to produce 1.9 million metric tons of green ammonia annually using wind power and position Chile as a global hydrogen leader by 2030.

Synopsis: - Energy advisory firm DNV has launched a sophisticated network of solar resource measurement stations throughout Italy to support renewable energy development, featuring specialized sensors for bifacial solar modules that can increase energy output by up to 15% through optimized albedo measurement.

Synopsis: - The steel industry is undergoing a transformative shift toward carbon neutrality with hydrogen-based and electric ironmaking technologies advancing rapidly, as major steelmakers and technology providers invest in innovative processes that could produce 46 million metric tons of green steel by 2035, according to new research from IDTechEx.

Synopsis: - Austrian steel manufacturer voestalpine AG has formally petitioned the federal government to extend electricity price compensation measures until 2030, warning that failure to do so threatens 23,600 jobs and €21.5 billion in annual production value as the company struggles to remain competitive against European rivals already benefiting from such support.

Synopsis: - ArcelorMittal Steel Service Centres Europe has partnered with German HVAC manufacturer WOLF GmbH to incorporate XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel into ventilation units, enabling customers to track and reduce their carbon footprint while supporting sustainability goals across the supply chain.

Synopsis: - Finnish company Koppö Energia Oy has selected thyssenkrupp Uhde's green methanol technology for their power-to-x project in Kristinestad, Finland, ordering a Front End Engineering Design for a facility that will produce 450 metric tons of e-methanol daily using captured CO₂ and green hydrogen.

Synopsis: Kingspan Group and Hydnum Steel have announced a strategic partnership to supply green steel for construction projects, advancing Kingspan's Planet Passionate sustainability program while promoting decarbonization in the building materials sector.

Synopsis: - The European Commission has launched a public consultation on policy options for the Clean Industrial Deal, including a voluntary carbon intensity label for steel products, as part of broader efforts to accelerate industrial decarbonization while maintaining European strategic competitiveness.

Synopsis: Sebastian Langendorf, founder and CEO of Meranti Green Steel, highlighted during an industry webinar that global steelmakers are increasingly transitioning to greener production methods due to tightening regulations like the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and rising carbon taxes in Southeast Asia, alongside shifting customer preferences in automotive and construction sectors.

Synopsis: POSCO Holdings has announced a groundbreaking partnership with LG Chem to form a "steel industry CCU consortium" focused on capturing and utilizing carbon dioxide from Pohang Steelworks, with plans to demonstrate innovative technology that converts industrial emissions into valuable synthetic gas for chemical products and steelmaking processes.

Synopsis: - Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd has formed a strategic partnership with Kelington Group's subsidiary Ace Gases Marketing and Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman UTAR to implement advanced carbon capture technology at its steel production facility, aiming to reduce emissions while meeting growing demand for environmentally responsible steel products.

Synopsis: - Aditya Ultra Steel, a leading manufacturer of Kamdhenu TMT bars, has announced a significant investment of ₹15.35 crore in a 5,000 KWP solar captive power plant in Jasdan, Rajkot, marking a strategic shift toward renewable energy and operational sustainability.

Synopsis: - Swiss manufacturer Burri Public Elements has launched a more sustainable version of its iconic "Landi Bench" using ArcelorMittal's XCarb® CO₂-reduced steel tubes, marking a significant advancement in sustainable outdoor furniture production through collaboration with steel specialist Kindlimann.

Synopsis: - The European Union has proposed a significant amendment to its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, increasing the import quota threshold from 50 metric tons to 250 metric tons, potentially easing pressure on importers while exporters continue adapting to meet the stringent carbon accounting requirements.

Synopsis: - Liberty Steel's Global Head of Risk & Sustainability, Marian D'Auria, has suggested at London's Innovation Zero event that premiums for green steel will be temporary rather than a permanent market feature, advocating for cost-sharing across the value chain and a potential shift to penalizing carbon-intensive production.

Synopsis: - Salzgitter Group and its subsidiary Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH are investing a triple-digit million euro sum in a new walking beam furnace and waste gas heat utilization system at their hot strip mill, aiming to reduce energy consumption by up to 30% and enable future hydrogen use in steel production.

Synopsis: - DNV has awarded a Statement of Feasibility for repurposing Ørsted's 300-kilometer hydrocarbon pipeline for CO₂ transportation, marking a significant milestone in Project Bifrost, a carbon capture and storage initiative aimed at storing carbon dioxide beneath the Danish North Sea seabed.

Synopsis: - Solar Steel has signed an agreement with Inver Renewable Management, a Grupo Enhol subsidiary, to supply 472 MWdc/396 MWac of 1P solar trackers for CSF Illa in Arequipa, Peru, which will be the country's largest solar project and one of Latin America's most significant renewable energy developments.

Synopsis: - A sobering new study by the Climate Change Committee (CCC) and researchers from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine reveals that extreme heat could kill approximately 11,000 Britons annually by 2050, with over 2.3 million additional temperature-related deaths projected across Europe by 2099 if urgent climate action isn't taken.

Synopsis: - Scientists at the American Chemical Society have developed a groundbreaking nanocomposite material combining metal halide perovskite with covalent organic frameworks that dramatically enhances photocatalytic nitrogen fixation, potentially transforming sustainable ammonia production for agricultural and industrial applications.

Synopsis: - Researchers led by Kang Wang at Scientific Reports have developed an innovative composite system combining steel slag, calcium carbide slag, and desulfurization gypsum that not only captures significant amounts of CO₂ but also produces stronger construction materials, potentially transforming industrial waste management while addressing climate challenges.

Synopsis: - Researchers led by Binwei Xia have developed an innovative hot steam activation method that dramatically enhances steel slag's carbon dioxide mineralization efficiency, achieving up to 35.14% efficiency at an optimal temperature of 220°C, potentially transforming industrial waste management while addressing climate challenges.

Synopsis: - Scientists have developed a revolutionary dual-function nickel-molybdenum catalyst that achieves complete CO2 conversion from biogas into high-purity syngas while simultaneously producing valuable carbon nanotubes, demonstrating remarkable stability and efficiency that could transform renewable energy applications and waste valorization.

Synopsis: - European electric arc furnace steelmakers, led by Carlo Beltrame, are challenging the EU's apparent preferential treatment of blast furnace producers through subsidies and import protections, highlighting concerns about unfair competition from third countries and environmental inconsistencies.

Synopsis: - Green steel demand remains subdued across Europe during the May holiday period, with premium prices holding steady despite economic challenges slowing decarbonization efforts, according to multiple industry sources interviewed by Fastmarkets.

Synopsis: - Italian industrial giant Danieli is showcasing its revolutionary Green Metal technologies at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, where Danieli Japan and Danieli Automation are representing the company at the Italy Pavilion from April 13 to October 13, 2025.

Synopsis: - A new collaborative report from Climate Group's SteelZero initiative, the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), and the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA) reveals that while scrap steel significantly reduces emissions in steelmaking, its limited global availability necessitates a dual approach to industry decarbonization.

Synopsis: - Leading European automakers including Volvo Cars and Polestar are spearheading efforts to transform steel production, with 11 major automotive companies recently convening at a SteelZero roundtable to address the urgent need for low-emission steel in vehicle manufacturing and outline collaborative strategies for industry-wide transformation.

Synopsis: - Subnational governments across Asia are emerging as pivotal climate action leaders, with the Under2 Coalition's network of states and regions outpacing national efforts in emissions reduction while driving renewable energy adoption and just transition policies, according to recent data from international climate initiatives.

**Synopsis:** - Fortescue founder and chairman Andrew Forrest has sharply criticized UK and EU decarbonization policies at London's Innovation Zero event, urging an immediate end to fossil fuel use while acknowledging his company has significantly scaled back its ambitious 2030 green hydrogen production targets.

**Synopsis:** - NSL Green Steel Recycling, a fully owned JSW Steel subsidiary, has selected Danieli Centro Recycling technology for a new heavy-duty shredder to be installed at Khalapur in Maharashtra's Raigad district, capable of processing over 100 metric tons per hour of mixed ferrous scrap to produce high-density quality proler for efficient steelmaking.

**Synopsis:** - The SHS Group (SHS – Stahl-Holding-Saar, Saarstahl and Dillinger) has once again earned a coveted spot on the Carbon Disclosure Project's prestigious "A List," recognizing their exceptional transparency and climate protection initiatives among more than 24,800 global companies evaluated in this year's ranking.

**Synopsis:** - Salzgitter AG has been awarded a top "A" score for its climate action efforts by renowned global non-profit organization CDP, positioning the German steel and technology group among the top 2% of more than 22,000 companies evaluated worldwide.

Synopsis: - AFV Beltrame Group has become the first European steelmaker to receive certification under the Global Steel Climate Council® (GSCC®) Standard, establishing science-based emission reduction targets that align with the Paris Agreement and marking a significant milestone in sustainable steel production across Europe.

Synopsis: - Hyundai Steel has been recognized for its exceptional climate change initiatives, winning the 'Carbon Management Sector Honors' in the raw materials category at the 2024 CDP Korea Awards, acknowledging the company's transparent environmental management and carbon neutrality roadmap.

Synopsis: - Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials (MPI-SusMat) have developed a groundbreaking carbon-free method for extracting nickel from low-grade ores using hydrogen plasma, reducing CO₂ emissions by 84% and improving energy efficiency by 18%, potentially transforming the sustainability of battery and steel production.

Synopsis: A groundbreaking research paper published in Nature journal suggests that hydrogen should only be deployed in steelmaking if it proves to be the most competitive decarbonization option, while recommending prioritization of hydrogen use in unavoidable applications like petroleum refining and fertilizer production.

Synopsis: Swedish steel giant SSAB has secured €2.3 billion in green financing to build a state-of-the-art fossil-free mini-mill in Luleå, Sweden, with backing from the Swedish National Debt Office, Italian Export Credit Agency, and Nordic Investment Bank in a transaction structured by Crédit Agricole CIB.

Synopsis: Algoma Steel Group continues to make significant progress on its $880 million Electric Arc Furnace project despite harsh winter conditions in Q1 2025, with first steel production expected in Q2 2025, positioning the company to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 70% while maintaining its 3.7 million ton annual production capacity.

Synopsis: Jamie Mcleod, director at consulting firm Crowe U.K. LLP, revealed at the SteelOrbis Spring 2025 Conference that while the EU is simplifying its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, the core environmental objectives remain firmly intact, with the definitive period set to begin January 2026.

Synopsis: The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism threatens to cost Ukraine over $7 billion in GDP losses by 2030, prompting the National Association of Extractive Industries of Ukraine to urgently call for exemptions or postponements due to the country's wartime circumstances.

Synopsis: Dutch labor unions are confronting Tata Steel Nederland over its proposed elimination of 1,600 jobs, setting an ultimatum and preparing potential industrial action if the steel giant doesn't reconsider its restructuring approach by mid-May 2025.

Synopsis: Tata Steel subsidiary UKSE has injected £3 million into the Welsh economy through its Support Programme, creating 400 jobs across South Wales while helping mitigate the impact of Port Talbot's transition to greener steel-making.

Synopsis: POSCO Group and Hyundai Motor Group have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to collaborate on steel and secondary battery materials, with POSCO co-investing in Hyundai's Louisiana steel mill and both companies working to establish robust supply chains for future mobility materials amid changing global trade dynamics.

Synopsis: The U.S. electric vehicle market reached 1.56 million sales and a 10% market share in 2024, but growth has slowed significantly as non-Tesla automakers gained market share while Tesla sales decreased by 5%, according to research by Aaron Isenstadt and Peter Slowik.

Synopsis: Spanish solar technology firm Solar Steel has signed an agreement to supply 220 MW of advanced 1P solar trackers for a new hybrid solar-plus-storage park in Chile's Tamarugal province, featuring over 3,180 trackers supporting 355,000 high-power modules, with construction expected to begin in coming months of 2025, reinforcing the company's growing Latin American presence where they've already supplied over 4.2 GW of trackers and strengthening Chile's position as a renewable energy leader in a region boasting some of the world's highest solar radiation levels

Synopsis: The European Commission is creating standardized carbon prices for countries, sectors, and commodities to simplify the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, with the approach designed to acknowledge third countries' decarbonization efforts by analyzing existing carbon pricing systems to establish reference values for imported goods, while simultaneously implementing an exemption for small importers handling less than 50 tons annually—a move that will free 90% of companies from reporting requirements while maintaining coverage of 99% of import-related CO₂ emissions.

Synopsis: European carbon allowance prices have recovered from their April 9 low, rising from €60.8/t to €66.9/t by April 23 in the EU ETS market and from £41.2/t to £48.2/t in the UK market, with the price movements coinciding with seasonal natural gas price declines as the heating season ends, while overall EU greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 5% in 2024 due to increased renewable (8%) and nuclear (5%) electricity generation offsetting reductions in coal-fired (15%) and gas-fired (8%) power production, with industrial emissions remaining stable as cement sector reductions balanced increases in chemical industry emissions.

Synopsis: ArcelorMittal Poland has announced readiness to transition its Dąbrowa Górnicza plant to electric arc furnaces, but CEO Wojciech Koszuta emphasized this major decarbonization shift hinges on securing guarantees of stable, competitive electricity prices, part of a phased strategy that would initially focus on long products before adapting the technology for flat products, drawing on expertise from ArcelorMittal's Sestao plant in Spain while calling for consistent EU industrial policies and protection against Chinese competition.

Synopsis: Tenova has partnered with the British government on a landmark project at Tata Steel UK's Port Talbot plant in Wales, representing the largest investment in the British steel industry in decades, which will replace existing blast furnaces with Electric Arc Furnaces utilizing Tenova's proprietary Consteel® technology, a transformation designed to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions while maintaining the production of high-quality flat steel products, marking a critical step in the decarbonization of Britain's steel sector and potentially serving as a model for similar transitions in traditional steelmaking regions globally.

Synopsis: Nuaire, a UK-based indoor air quality specialist, has become the first British ventilation manufacturer to incorporate ArcelorMittal's XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel into its Magnelis® steel-based ventilation systems, promising a 64% reduction in CO₂ emissions within the first year.

Synopsis: While European green steel premiums remain stable amid limited spot trading, the market is evolving through long-term agreements and strategic partnerships, as evidenced by Blastr's recent MOU with Vogten Staal, signaling growing structural demand for low-carbon steel despite current pricing plateaus.

Synopsis: The US green steel market has seen minimal activity through mid-April 2025, with industry sources reporting that buyers are unwilling to pay premium prices for low-carbon steel despite growing sustainability objectives, as revealed in Fastmarkets' latest assessment.

Synopsis: Colombian steel company Paz del Río has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company's significant economic impact in the Boyacá region, where it contributes 4% of the department's GDP, supports over 14,000 families connected to its operations, and maintains a strong commitment to local development by sourcing 85% of its supplies from local providers, demonstrating how the company has evolved beyond traditional steel production to become a crucial economic engine and social development catalyst in Colombia's industrial heartland.

Synopsis: Entrepreneurs Adriaan Kroon and Floris Busscher have unveiled ambitious plans to build "Wijkerduin," a new town with 40,000 homes on the 750-hectare site of Tata Steel's operational IJmuiden plant in North Holland, a proposal that includes a €12 billion environmental cleanup without government funding, while Tata Steel firmly rejects the idea, stating it intends to continue steel production while implementing its own green steel transition plan.

Synopsis: Indiana University Northwest's Center for Urban and Regional Excellence is spearheading a new initiative to convene community leaders around steel industry modernization and investment in Northwest Indiana, a region that produces 17% of all U.S. steel and serves as the nation's largest steel-producing area, with researchers already conducting interviews to support this economically vital sector.

Synopsis: Colorado-based Electra has secured $129 million in new funding to advance its low-temperature, zero-emissions iron production technology, bringing its total investment to $214 million despite uncertainty surrounding Trump's steel tariffs. Password : Chalybic@chronicles

Synopsis: ArcelorMittal Germany's CEO Thomas Bünger has identified high electricity prices as the primary obstacle to transitioning to low-emission steel production, citing production interruptions at the Eisenhüttenstadt plant in December 2024 when spot prices soared to €850/MWh, and calling for government action to reduce costs to pre-energy crisis levels of €50-55/MWh. Password : Chalybic@chronicles

Synopsis: Moravia Steel Group - Třinecké železárny, the Czech Republic's largest steel producer, has postponed its flagship electric arc furnace project from 2028 to 2030 or later, citing insufficient public support, market uncertainty, and concerns about import competition, while continuing with smaller emission reduction initiatives.

Synopsis: The Spanish Government has allocated €60 million from its Strategic Project for Recovery and Economic Transformation, PERTE, to Hydnum Steel for building Spain's first zero-emission steel plant in Puertollano, a project recently recognized by the World Economic Forum as one of the world's five most significant industrial decarbonization initiatives.

Synopsis: Metinvest COO Oleksandr Myronenko has called for the postponement of the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism set to take effect in 2026, warning that Ukrainian steel producers lack the resources and conditions to modernize amid the ongoing war, with projections indicating a potential GDP decline of 4.8-6.1% between 2026 and 2030 if no transition period is granted.

Synopsis: Wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has selected ArcelorMittal to supply low-carbon-emission steel heavy plate for Germany's massive Nordlicht 1 offshore wind farm, marking their second collaboration using XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel following their initial partnership on the Baltic Power project.

Synopsis: Isuzu Motors Ltd. will become the first major Japanese automaker to incorporate green steel in commercial vehicles, starting with its electric Elf light-duty truck this fiscal year, marking a significant step toward reducing carbon emissions in vehicle manufacturing.

Synopsis: Jindal Stainless and AB Energia have commissioned a 30 MWp solar energy project at Jindal's Jajpur manufacturing facility in Odisha, featuring a 7.324 MWp floating solar installation and a 23.02 MWp rooftop system that will generate 44.3 million units of green energy annually, reduce CO₂ emissions by 32,208 metric tonnes per year, and advance Jindal's commitment to reach Net Zero by 2050 with INR 700 crore allocated for decarbonization projects over the next five years.

Synopsis: Sunflag Iron and Steel has entered a 25-year power purchase agreement with Sunsure Energy for an 11 MW solar project in Maharashtra, investing ₹57.25 million for a 26% equity stake as part of its ongoing decarbonization strategy.

Synopsis: Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman met in Riyadh to discuss expanding their strategic partnership in energy, with a focus on green hydrogen production, renewable energy projects, and the ongoing power interconnection project, while also exploring cooperation in technology, automotive manufacturing, and mining sectors.

Synopsis: In a virtual address to the Leaders Meeting on Climate and the Just Transition, Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's climate action commitment, criticized unilateralism, called for multilateral cooperation, and announced China will submit its 2035 nationally determined contributions before the UN Climate Change Conference in Belém.

Synopsis: Green Steel of WA has secured all necessary approvals to commence construction of Australia's first green steel facility in Collie, Western Australia, a project that will produce 450,000 metric tons of low-emissions rebar annually using locally sourced scrap steel.

Synopsis: SWEP, a Dover subsidiary and leading manufacturer of brazed plate heat exchangers, has introduced CO2-reduced steel as a material option for its European customers, leveraging optimized supply chains and manufacturing processes to reduce carbon footprints while maintaining product performance and quality.

Synopsis: Environmental protesters demonstrated outside a Tesla dealership in Manhattan on Earth Day, voicing opposition to Elon Musk's appointment to the controversial Department of Government Efficiency and criticizing what they view as contradictions in his climate stance.

Synopsis: Human Rights Watch has called on Brazil's COP30 leadership to prioritize fossil fuel phaseout, protect forests and Indigenous rights, and ensure open civic participation ahead of the critical UN climate conference in Belém in November 2025.

Synopsis: New research from Chalmers University of Technology reveals that removing biomass from Europe's energy mix would increase annual system costs by €169 billion and significantly hinder the EU's climate goals, highlighting biomass's critical role in achieving negative emissions.

Synopsis: Mondi has joined forces with Evonik to unveil a recyclable, lightweight paper bag designed for fumed silica powders. The sustainable packaging reduces CO₂ emissions by 30% and eliminates plastic layers, marking a breakthrough in chemical industry logistics.

Synopsis: Virgin Media O2, the UK’s leading telecom giant, has reported a remarkable achievement: a 56% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions since 2020, part of its ambitious sustainability strategy under the Better Connections Plan. As the company moves toward its goal of cutting operational emissions by 90% by 2030, this milestone highlights its significant commitment to carbon neutrality. Noteworthy actions include slashing data centre cooling energy, transitioning to electric vehicles, eliminating plastic packaging, and expanding efforts to address Scope 3 emissions.

Synopsis: A team led by Anthony et al., in a new 3-year field study published in AGU Advances, explored the viability of Enhanced Rock Weathering as a climate solution in California’s rangelands. The research involved spreading crushed metabasalt rocks, alone or combined with compost and biochar, across test plots in Browns Valley. The mixture of all three amendments proved most effective, improving carbon sequestration and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Though the approach shows promise, results highlight its practical limitations, including environmental factors like drought and emissions from the full life cycle of implementation.

Synopsis: Scientists from the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration, MIT, and the University of Waterloo are worried after a robot named Icefin explored beneath the Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica. The glacier, called the Doomsday Glacier, could raise ocean levels by 3.3 meters if it melts. Recent findings from the robot's journey show cracks, retreating ice, and signs of instability that threaten global coastlines.

Synopsis: This article showcases five extraordinary renewable energy projects that demonstrate the future of clean energy. Featuring Noor Solar (Morocco), Three Gorges Dam (China), Alta Wind (USA), Yamakura Floating Solar (Japan), and Hellisheiði Geothermal (Iceland), the article explores how firms like the World Bank, AfDB, Kyocera TCL Solar, and CarbFix are driving innovation in sustainable energy. Their solutions range from carbon mineralization to concentrated solar power and floating solar farms.

Synopsis: Climate TRACE, a coalition backed by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, has released the world's first real-time global emissions data update, marking a new era in climate transparency. Using satellites, AI, and ground sensors, this tool empowers regulators, insurers, and investors with monthly data on emissions from over 660 million sources, replacing outdated self-reported inventories. The update, launched at COP29 in Baku, is already causing global ripples, both support and resistance.

Synopsis: The 29th session of the UN Climate Change Conference, COP29, began in Baku, Azerbaijan, with leaders such as Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber and Mukhtar Babayev emphasizing the urgent need for climate action, climate justice, and robust financial commitments. The global event signals a decisive turning point for sustainable development & emission targets.

Synopsis: At the Minerec trade fair, CD2E hosted a pivotal roundtable where Guillaume Martin, Energy CSR Manager, spotlighted the transformative potential of electric arc furnace slag. This by-product of steelmaking is now being harnessed as a sustainable material in road construction, exemplifying a commitment to circular urban planning and responsible resource use.

Synopsis: Rio Tinto and AMG Metals & Materials have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to assess the development of a large-scale, low-carbon aluminium project in India. Powered by renewable energy and backed by Greenko’s storage solutions, the initiative aims to produce up to 1 million metric tons of aluminium annually.

Synopsis: Vale and the Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, have launched a strategic partnership to create the Circular Mining Colab, aiming to foster sustainable innovation in iron ore production. With an initial investment of R$ 6 million, the initiative focuses on reusing mining waste and driving shared value through circular economy solutions.

Synopsis: In a landmark decarbonisation move, Fortescue has committed over A$350 million to Epiroc for 50+ electric autonomous drills, replacing fossil-fuelled rigs by 2030. These high-tech machines will eliminate 35 million litres of diesel annually and cut 90,000 tonnes of CO₂. The electric fleet is part of a massive ecological transformation, backed by a 2–3GW renewable energy target and giant solar farms across the Pilbara.

Synopsis: - Fortescue has signed a landmark charter agreement with Bocimar, the maritime division of CMB.TECH, to deploy a next-generation, ammonia-powered bulk carrier. This partnership marks a significant leap toward decarbonising global iron ore transport and slashing Scope 3 emissions.

Synopsis: Sustainability-oriented chemical firm Clariant and global ironmaking leader Midrex have renewed and expanded their alliance in Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) technology. Using natural gas and recycled CO₂ in MIDREX® Reformers enhanced by Clariant's REFORMEX® Catalysts, the collaboration delivers steel with 1 metric ton less CO₂ per ton produced, offering an immediate and scalable route to green steel.

Synopsis: In a monumental eco-stride, Tata Steel Nederland and MCB have overhauled their transport system by replacing conventional diesel trucks with biodiesel alternatives. This change has led to an annual reduction of 186 metric tons of CO₂ emissions, representing a 90% drop. Backed by the Zeremis Delivered® framework and third-party verification, the initiative underscores their commitment to sustainable logistics & climate-neutral steel solutions.

Synopsis: On Earth Day 2025, AFV Beltrame Group reaffirms its commitment to climate action by advancing the goals of the Global Steel Climate Council®. Through adherence to the independent, science-based Steel Climate Standard, AFV Beltrame demonstrates how steelmaking can lead the way in global decarbonization efforts while maintaining transparency, integrity & innovation.

Synopsis: ArcelorMittal, the world’s second-largest steel producer and Europe's leading steelmaker, is advocating for the European Commission to postpone its decarbonization policy until after 2030. The company argues that the transition to green steel is currently not economically feasible, despite already reducing emissions by nearly 50% since 2018 and investing over US$1 billion in decarbonization initiatives. CEO Aditya Mittal believes that the full-scale implementation of decarbonization technologies will only become economically viable after 2030.

Synopsis: MOL’s LNG-powered bulk carrier, Verde Heraldo, is ready to begin operations for Japanese steel manufacturer JFE Steel under a long-term charter deal. The vessel, a part of JFE Steel’s strategy to reduce carbon emissions, marks a significant step in the maritime industry's transition to cleaner energy sources.

Synopsis: In January 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS finalized rules under Section 45V of the Inflation Reduction Act to support clean hydrogen production. Firms like Plug Power, Chevron, and Air Products are affected. The rules focus on life-cycle emissions, new hourly energy matching by 2030, and the use of the 45VH2-GREET model. The tax credit rewards producers with up to $3 per kg of clean hydrogen if they meet strict emission thresholds.

Synopsis: Global carbon capture and storage (CCS) units have nearly doubled from 26 in 2020 to 50 by 2024, with leading nations like the US, China, and Canada investing heavily. Steelmakers, energy giants, and governments are driving this surge as over 330 more projects are in the pipeline.

Synopsis: In a significant move to accelerate Spain’s renewable energy transition, the European Commission has approved a €400 million State aid scheme aimed at supporting renewable hydrogen production. This initiative aligns with the EU's objectives to decarbonize industry, reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels, and meet ambitious green energy targets. The scheme will foster substantial investments in green hydrogen, which is essential for Europe's clean energy future.

Synopsis: The European Commission has introduced the 2025–2030 Working Plan under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation and the Energy Labelling Regulation. It prioritises sustainability rules for products such as steel, aluminium, textiles, furniture, tyres, and mattresses. Developed through stakeholder consultation and technical analysis, this plan supports circular economy goals, with digital product passports, repairability scores, and recyclability standards forming the backbone of Europe’s green industrial transformation.

Synopsis: Canadian miner Northern Graphite and property developer BMI Group are evaluating the construction of a major Battery Anode Material plant in Baie-Comeau, Quebec. Positioned at BMI’s Norderra multimodal industrial hub, the project is expected to boost North America’s battery supply chain and support Canada’s vision of becoming a global hub for critical minerals. Production capacity is slated at 50,000 tonnes/year, with operations likely to commence in 2028.

Synopsis: UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has fiercely criticised Nigel Farage and Reform UK for spreading “nonsense and lies” about the net-zero policy, blaming it for the British Steel crisis. The row erupted after the government seized control of British Steel, with political tensions rising ahead of the May 1 local elections.

Synopsis: Emsteel, one of the largest steel and building materials producers in the Gulf region, has boosted its innovation and investment spending by 127% between 2020 and 2024. The company is using advanced technologies, including carbon capture and green hydrogen, to decarbonize its operations and transition towards sustainable steel production.

Synopsis: Logistics teams are transforming steel transportation through digital tools, AI, and real-time collaboration. Firms like ArcelorMittal, Tata Steel, Thyssenkrupp, HeidelbergMaterials, Viterra, and Saarstahl are leading this change. As sustainability pressures mount and technology evolves, these teams are optimizing rail freight and multimodal networks while ensuring compliance, reducing CO₂ emissions, and securing the future of efficient steel supply chains.

Synopsis: China has announced plans to continue constructing coal-fired power plants until 2027 in regions where they are essential for meeting peak electricity demand or stabilizing the power system. The move, detailed in government directives, raises questions about the country’s long-term commitment to reducing coal reliance.