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China’s Ansteel Group has successfully completed its pilot project for hydrogen-based direct reduced iron (DRI) production, a breakthrough in the global push for green steelmaking. The project demonstrates the company’s commitment to lowering carbon emissions and transitioning to sustainable production methods.
Hydrogen-based DRI replaces the conventional use of coal or natural gas with hydrogen as the reducing agent. Instead of emitting carbon dioxide, the process primarily produces water vapor, making it a cleaner alternative for iron-making. Ansteel’s pilot project highlights the potential of hydrogen to transform steel production, one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries.
Industry experts note that the success of this project is a significant step toward large-scale adoption of hydrogen in steel plants across China. It supports the country’s broader climate objectives, including peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.
By pioneering hydrogen-based technologies, Ansteel positions itself as a leader in sustainable steel production. The company’s achievement not only strengthens China’s green steel ambitions but also sets an example for the global steel sector in its decarbonization journey.
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