Fortescue, a major mining company, has launched its $50 million Green Metal Project at the Christmas Creek site in Western Australia's Pilbara region. This innovative project is set to revolutionize iron and steel production by focusing on green and sustainable practices. The plant will have a green metal production capacity of over 1,500 tons annually, utilizing green hydrogen from Fortescue's hydrogen facility and an electric smelting furnace to create high-purity green metal. Additionally, the project includes a green hydrogen plant that can produce 530kg of hydrogen gas daily, supported by a gaseous hydrogen refuelling station for hydrogen-driven fuel cell electric coaches. This initiative is part of Fortescue's efforts towards decarbonisation, featuring prototypes for zero-emissions technologies such as a liquid hydrogen plant, hydrogen-powered haul trucks, battery-electric haul trucks, and fast chargers. Dr Andrew Forrest, Fortescue's executive chairman, highlighted the significance of this project in reshaping the iron and steel industry to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and establish a green metal supply chain in Australia. The project signifies a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, aiming to create a new, environmentally friendly industry in the country.