Hydnum Steel, the first green steel mill in Spain and a pioneering project in Europe, has received recognition as a 'Priority Project' from the Government of Castile-La Mancha. This acknowledgment paves the way for the plant, situated in Puertollano, to make significant strides in its mission to become a global benchmark for decarbonizing the steel industry through the use of renewable energy and green hydrogen. By partnering with technology specialists like Russula, Primetals Technologies, and ABEI Energy, Hydnum Steel aims to join the league of elite hydrogen steelmakers, emphasizing its commitment to sustainable steel production. The plant's approach involves utilizing green hydrogen to produce direct reduced iron and integrating it with recycled scrap in an electric arc furnace to manufacture high-quality rolled steel. With the entire production process powered by renewable energy, Hydnum Steel anticipates reducing CO2 emissions to nearly zero, a substantial improvement over traditional blast furnace steelmaking methods. CEO Eva Maneiro envisions not just decarbonizing the steel industry but also fostering economic growth, creating jobs, and attracting auxiliary businesses to the region. Efficient water management is highlighted as a crucial aspect of the project, with plans to utilize greywater from various sources and implement technologies to minimize water consumption and enhance reuse. The substantial investment of €1.65 billion is projected to create over 500 direct jobs during the initial phases (2026-2029), with further job prospects as the plant expands, signaling a positive outlook for both environmental sustainability and economic development.