EMSTEEL's Decarbonization Journey: Leading the Way in Sustainable Steel and Cement Production
Key Ideas
  • EMSTEEL aims to reduce GHG emissions by 40% in its Steel Business Unit and 30% in its Cement Business Unit by 2030, with a net-zero target by 2050, aligning with UAE's sustainability goals.
  • The company plans to achieve its targets through energy efficiency enhancements, advanced process optimization technologies, utilization of alternative fuels, and a shift to 100% clean energy by 2030.
  • EMSTEEL's innovative green hydrogen project with Masdar is pioneering sustainable steel production in the Middle East and North Africa, contributing to industry recognition and leadership.
  • Recognized for its sustainability efforts, EMSTEEL was appointed Co-Chair of the Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation, named Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association, and received multiple awards for sustainable manufacturing.
EMSTEEL, a major steel and building materials manufacturer in the GCC region, has announced an ambitious decarbonization strategy to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to cut GHG emissions by 40% in its Steel Business Unit and 30% in its Cement Business Unit by 2030, with a further goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, in alignment with the UAE's sustainability targets. To reach these goals, EMSTEEL plans to enhance energy efficiency, adopt advanced technologies, and transition to renewable energy sources. CEO Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi emphasized the company's commitment to sustainable practices and leadership in low-carbon steel and cement production. EMSTEEL has already reduced its emissions by 23% compared to its 2019 baseline, reaching 4.5 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions by 2023. The company attributes this progress to energy efficiency improvements, carbon capture technologies, and the integration of clean energy solutions. Notably, EMSTEEL has launched a pioneering green hydrogen project with Masdar, introducing sustainable steel production through hydrogen extraction from iron ore. The company's efforts have been recognized internationally, with appointments like Co-Chair of the Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation and accolades such as the Steel Sustainability Champion title from the World Steel Association. Additionally, EMSTEEL received awards for sustainable manufacturing and was acknowledged by the World Economic Forum for its contributions to global sustainability. EMSTEEL's decarbonization strategy positions it as a prominent figure in sustainable manufacturing, emphasizing its commitment to emission reduction and adoption of low-carbon technologies.
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