BIR calls for fair standards, circular solutions in defining ‘green steel’

The organization has released a position paper that warns against “sliding scale” or “benchmarking” approaches in favor of creating conditions that enable sustainable production through various policy actions.

SSAB secures funding for EAF conversion project

The steel producer will use the $500 million to go toward its electric arc furnace technology installation in Luleå, Sweden.

Steel Dynamics attains sustainability certifications

The recycled-content steelmaker says products made at all of its mills have attained Global Steel Climate Council certification.

Avantium signs capacity reservation agreement with packaging producer

Avantium’s PEF product will be used in trays and injection molded packaging across a range of applications by Netherlands-based Royal Hordijk.

Sustane enters pyrolysis oil offtake agreement with BASF

The companies say the pyrolysis oil will support BASF’s production of recycled-content offerings.

Pregis releases 2024 sustainability report

The packaging producer says its report affirms progress toward its 2030 goals, which include circular product development, emissions reduction and stakeholder impact.

Coldplay opts for recycled-content vinyl alternative

The British band has worked with Warner Music Group to rerelease nine albums made of recycled-content PET.

ArcelorMittal postpones EAF conversions in Germany

The company, which also has sold a mill in Bosnia, says business conditions in Germany have “not moved in a favorable direction.”

Stainless sector keeps up with demand

Global stainless steel melt shop output grew by 7 percent in 2024, with the United States part of the success story.

Tata Steel’s Dutch mill joins low-emissions standards organization

The recycled-content mill, which is converting to electric arc furnace technology, has become a member of the Low Emission Steel Standard organization.

Outokumpu will supply recycled-content metal to Alstom

Finland-based metals producer will supply recycled-content stainless steel to Alstom for use in its production of passenger rail coaches.