BHP, India Collaborate on Decarbonising Steel Production

Published on October 10, 2024

Mining giant BHP will collaborate with the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) in decarbonising steel production, which will involve considering alternate reductant such as hydrogen and biochar for blast furnaces. SAIL, India’s largest state-owned steel producer, is exploring technology and abatements on its blast furnace in line with the country’s target to decarbonise its steel industry. “SAIL is looking forward to this collaboration with BHP in taking a step forward towards engaging in developing sustainable ways to produce steel,” said Amarendu Prakash, SAIL’s chairman. “The emergent need to align the steel sector with climate commitments is non-negotiable. SAIL is committed to contributing towards tackling the issue of climate change through fostering an innovative future for the steel industry in India.”...