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Why Green Steel is the Future of Global Construction

Introduction: The Rise of Green Steel

As the world advances toward a sustainable future, one sector remains especially difficult to decarbonize—construction. Yet, a breakthrough is emerging: Green Steel. This innovation has the potential to reshape the steel industry, which today accounts for nearly 7–9% of global CO₂ emissions. By replacing coal with hydrogen or renewable energy, Green Steel is becoming central to the global Net Zero transition.

What is Green Steel?


Green Steel refers to steel produced through low or zero-carbon methods, most notably:

  • Hydrogen-based Direct Reduction of Iron (H-DRI): Uses renewable hydrogen instead of coke or coal to reduce iron ore.
  • Electric Arc Furnaces (EAFs): Powered by renewable electricity and often using recycled scrap, EAFs cut emissions dramatically compared to blast furnaces.

The goal is revolutionary yet straightforward: to eliminate fossil fuels from steelmaking.

Green Steel and India’s Net Zero Vision


With a Net Zero target set for 2070, India is embracing low-carbon innovation across critical industries. Green Steel will play a key role in projects like smart cities, renewable energy plants, and green-certified buildings. Organizations like NetZero India are promoting sustainable construction practices and integrating Green Steel into the nation’s long-term climate strategy.


Benefits

  • Significant carbon reduction
  • Alignment with renewable energy goals
  • Enhanced global competitiveness
  • Future-proof investment for builders
  • Improved ESG ratings for corporations

Challenges

  • High production costs
  • Limited hydrogen supply
  • Gaps in infrastructure and recycling capacity
  • Policy and regulatory delays

Even so, global demand, investor interest, and climate mandates are driving innovation at an unprecedented pace.

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Conclusion: Building a Greener Tomorrow

Green Steel is more than a passing trendit represents a structural transformation in how we build. As cities and industries evolve, sustainability must become the foundation of construction. With innovation, supportive policy, and public awareness, Green Steel is poised to become the cornerstone of a truly Net Zero construction industry.


Source: Recyclinginside
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